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Salon with style August 26,2007 75 cents WINNERS OF STATE AND NATIONAL AWARDS OF EXCELLENCE www.hometownlife.com Bonds paving way for school BY TONY BRUSCATO STAFF WRITER Construction projects at nearly a dozen Plymouth-Canton school buildings are expected to be completed in time for the start of classes on TUesday, Sept. 4. "We're still going through the punch lists, but the buildings will be ready for students," said Ken Jacobs, assistant superintendent for administrative services. "One thing we pride ourselves on is being on time and under budget." This summer's construction projects included complete remodeling at Eriksson, Field, Hoben and Hulsing elementary schools, as well as Pioneer Middle School. The projects included new windows, ceilings, carpet, tile, roofs, air conditioning and a complete paint job. One of the major projects, which took more than a year to complete, was the $4.5-million refurbish- ment of Miller Elementary, where there are now closed classrooms instead of the open school con- cept in which there were no floor-to-ceiling walls or doors in the classrooms. "That was a big project, we gutted the whole building," Jacobs said. "It was completed Aug. 1, and the staff is back in the building. We're doing our punch list and getting it ready for the first day." Jacobs said Salem High School will continue to show signs of construction, but it won't be unman- ageable for staff and students. "We are four science rooms short, but we have five swing rooms where we will move them in another part of the building until they are completed," added Jacobs. "We would have liked to have it all done. "Last year our challenge was getting electrical parts from Mexico," he said. "This year it's getting the cabinetry from Texas." The three-year, $10 million heating, ventilation and air conditioning system at Salem has been com- pleted. Gallimore Elementary has a new gymnasium/ Local News, A3 Please see SCHOOLS, A4 BILL BRESLERf STAFF PHOTOGRAPHER Pioneer Middle School had major heating and air conditioning work done. Donald Corbett, working under the . ductwork, and Tasso Liangis paints the doorframe at the entrance to the learning resource center. 'I was so out of it' Murder suspect says her statements to police should be thrown out BY TIFFANY L. PARKS STAFF WRITER Carol Poole says she has a good reason why the courts should suppress the statements she made to police after her foster, daugh- ter, Allison Newsman, was rushed to the hospital: "I was so out of it." Poole, who has been charged with felony murder, first-degree p oo | e child abuse and involuntary manslaughter in the death of the 2-year-old child, took the stand Friday during an evi- dence hearing in Detroit. "I did not have the presence of mind that day to voice logical thoughts," she said. While admitting to making up three lies of how Allison got the injuries that caused her death in September, Poole, 42, testified that she was unable to think clearly when she spoke with Canton detectives. "My state of mind was do what they tell me to do," she said, adding that her only focus was on being with Allison in the hospital. Poole's attorney, Mark Satawa, previously called a forensic psychologist who testified that she had "emotionally and psychologi- cally collapsed" before giving her statement Please see POOLE, A6 Teen center looks to expand after-school programs BY TIFFANY L. PARKS STAFF WRITER They've designed it to be "a parent's dream" and now they're just waiting for parents to jump on board. Canton's teen center, BLOCK (Building Leaders Out of Canton's Kids) is having an open house to promote its services from 5 to 8 p.m. Sept. 4 at the 44237 Michigan Avenue facility. BLOCK was created in 2001 as an after-school program to serve underprivileged children, but has morphed into a full-fledged center^ that's targets all Canton kids ages. 11 to 17- Laura Schulz, BLOCK staff coun- selor, said the center is a haven for kids and is especially popular with middle schoolers. "At that age, kids don't have a lot of safe environments that they can pick from so that's what makes the job rewarding," she said. "I feel like we're making a difference." BLOCK When: Sept. 4, from 5-8 p.m. Whew: BLOCK Teen Center, 44237 Michigan Avenue in Canton What: Learn about.the BLOCK'S after- school programs One of BLOCK'S main thrusts are its after-school programs for middle school students. Parents can choose from several options including a package for $160 per student, per semester that involves the child being picked up from school and taken to the BLOCK building everyday until 6:30 p.m. Other packages are avail- able that call for the student to be picked up from home, taken to the BLOCK facility and then taken back home at the end of the day.. While at the facility, Schulz said students have free reign in the com- puter lab, video game room, lounge area and quiet homework room. Bridget Maul, 12, shoots pool at The Block. She spends a lot of time there after school playing video games, working on a computer, and playing pool. There's a kitchen for snacks and small meals along with a game room featuring air hockey, pool and other activities. "Kids love it here and parents love the program," Schulz said. For more information call (734) 398-5570 or log onto http://leisure. canton-mi.org. Bandit hitting unlocked cars at day care centers BY KURT KUBAN STAFF WRITER Canton police are on the lookout for a thief that, is stealing purses and other items from unlocked cars at a number of Canton day care centers. According to Sgt. Rick Pomorski, it is believed the same man has hit at least three day care facilities in the last couple weeks, beginning Aug. 13 at Rosey's Romper Room on Canton Center Road. Child Time, located on Lilley Road, was hit twice Aug. 17 and again on Thursday. Wee Care, located on Palmer Road, was hit on Wednesday. In each case, the bandit has waited in the parking lot for a parent to pull up and take their child inside. Once they are inside, the thief pulls up next to the car, and steals purses or other items, including a diaper bag. Pomorski said all the cars were left unlocked. Police were able to get surveillance video from Rosey's Romper Room, which shows a male driving a white or light colored SUV, most likely a Jeep. Pomorski said the video footage isn't the best, but they believe the suspect is a male (either white or a light skinned black) with black hair. "This guy will spend 15-20 minutes in the parking lot early in the morning, just waiting for a parent to pull up. In some cases, the cars have even been left running, and this guy takes advan- tage of it," Pomorski said. After stealing the purses, the sus- pect has traveled to local Merjer stores and the BP gas station at Ford and Haggerty to use the victim's credit cards. In addition to locking their cars, Pomorski said parents should be on the lookout for the bandit, so they can contact police. "Anyone that sees a suspicious vehi- cle, likely a Jeep with a lone male in it, they should report it. We would like to get a license plate number," he said. For Home Delivery call: (866) 887-2737 6 S3174 1O0O? S © The Observer & Eccentric Newspapers Volume 130 Number 46 Free Checking with Convenience! 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Bonds pavingway for school

BY TONY BRUSCATOSTAFF WRITER

Construction projects at nearly a dozenPlymouth-Canton school buildings are expectedto be completed in time for the start of classes onTUesday, Sept. 4.

"We're still going through the punch lists, butthe buildings will be ready for students," said KenJacobs, assistant superintendent for administrativeservices. "One thing we pride ourselves on is beingon time and under budget."

This summer's construction projects includedcomplete remodeling at Eriksson, Field, Hobenand Hulsing elementary schools, as well as PioneerMiddle School. The projects included new windows,ceilings, carpet, tile, roofs, air conditioning and acomplete paint job. •

One of the major projects, which took more thana year to complete, was the $4.5-million refurbish-ment of Miller Elementary, where there are nowclosed classrooms instead of the open school con-cept in which there were no floor-to-ceiling walls ordoors in the classrooms.

"That was a big project, we gutted the wholebuilding," Jacobs said. "It was completed Aug. 1, andthe staff is back in the building. We're doing ourpunch list and getting it ready for the first day."

Jacobs said Salem High School will continue toshow signs of construction, but it won't be unman-ageable for staff and students.

"We are four science rooms short, but we have fiveswing rooms where we will move them in anotherpart of the building until they are completed," addedJacobs. "We would have liked to have it all done.

"Last year our challenge was getting electricalparts from Mexico," he said. "This year it's gettingthe cabinetry from Texas."

The three-year, $10 million heating, ventilationand air conditioning system at Salem has been com-pleted.

Gallimore Elementary has a new gymnasium/

Local News, A3

Please see SCHOOLS, A4

BILL BRESLERf STAFF PHOTOGRAPHER

Pioneer Middle School had major heating and air conditioning work done. Donald Corbett, working under the .ductwork, and Tasso Liangis paints the doorframe at the entrance to the learning resource center.

'I was soout of it'

Murder suspect saysher statements to police

should be thrown outBY TIFFANY L. PARKS

STAFF WRITER

Carol Poole says she has a good reason whythe courts should suppress the statements

she made topolice after herfoster, daugh-ter, AllisonNewsman, wasrushed to thehospital: "I wasso out of it."

Poole, whohas beencharged withfelony murder,first-degree

po o | e child abuse andinvoluntary

manslaughter in the death of the 2-year-oldchild, took the stand Friday during an evi-dence hearing in Detroit.

"I did not have the presence of mind thatday to voice logical thoughts," she said.While admitting to making up three lies ofhow Allison got the injuries that caused herdeath in September, Poole, 42, testified thatshe was unable to think clearly when shespoke with Canton detectives.

"My state of mind was do what they tell meto do," she said, adding that her only focuswas on being with Allison in the hospital.

Poole's attorney, Mark Satawa, previouslycalled a forensic psychologist who testifiedthat she had "emotionally and psychologi-cally collapsed" before giving her statement

Please see POOLE, A6

Teen center looks to expandafter-school programs

BY TIFFANY L. PARKSSTAFF WRITER

They've designed it to be "aparent's dream" and now they'rejust waiting for parents to jump onboard.

Canton's teen center, BLOCK(Building Leaders Out of Canton'sKids) is having an open house topromote its services from 5 to 8p.m. Sept. 4 at the 44237 MichiganAvenue facility.

BLOCK was created in 2001 asan after-school program to serveunderprivileged children, but hasmorphed into a full-fledged center^that's targets all Canton kids ages.11 to 17-

Laura Schulz, BLOCK staff coun-selor, said the center is a haven forkids and is especially popular withmiddle schoolers.

"At that age, kids don't have a lotof safe environments that they canpick from so that's what makes thejob rewarding," she said. "I feel likewe're making a difference."

BLOCKWhen: Sept. 4, from 5-8 p.m.Whew: BLOCK Teen Center, 44237Michigan Avenue in CantonWhat: Learn about.the BLOCK'S after-school programs

One of BLOCK'S main thrusts areits after-school programs for middleschool students.

Parents can choose from severaloptions including a package for$160 per student, per semesterthat involves the child being pickedup from school and taken to theBLOCK building everyday until6:30 p.m. Other packages are avail-able that call for the student to bepicked up from home, taken to theBLOCK facility and then taken backhome at the end of the day..

While at the facility, Schulz saidstudents have free reign in the com-puter lab, video game room, loungearea and quiet homework room.

Bridget Maul, 12, shoots pool at TheBlock. She spends a lot of time there afterschool playing video games, working on acomputer, and playing pool.

There's a kitchen for snacks andsmall meals along with a game roomfeaturing air hockey, pool and otheractivities.

"Kids love it here and parents lovethe program," Schulz said.

For more information call (734)398-5570 or log onto http://leisure.canton-mi.org.

Bandit hitting unlockedcars at day care centers

BY KURT KUBANSTAFF WRITER

Canton police are on the lookout fora thief that, is stealing purses and otheritems from unlocked cars at a numberof Canton day care centers.

According to Sgt. Rick Pomorski,it is believed the same man has hit atleast three day care facilities in thelast couple weeks, beginning Aug. 13at Rosey's Romper Room on CantonCenter Road. Child Time, located onLilley Road, was hit twice — Aug. 17and again on Thursday. Wee Care,located on Palmer Road, was hit onWednesday.

In each case, the bandit has waitedin the parking lot for a parent to pullup and take their child inside. Oncethey are inside, the thief pulls upnext to the car, and steals purses orother items, including a diaper bag.Pomorski said all the cars were leftunlocked.

Police were able to get surveillance

video from Rosey's Romper Room,which shows a male driving a white orlight colored SUV, most likely a Jeep.Pomorski said the video footage isn'tthe best, but they believe the suspect isa male (either white or a light skinnedblack) with black hair.

"This guy will spend 15-20 minutesin the parking lot early in the morning,just waiting for a parent to pull up. Insome cases, the cars have even beenleft running, and this guy takes advan-tage of it," Pomorski said.

After stealing the purses, the sus-pect has traveled to local Merjer storesand the BP gas station at Ford andHaggerty to use the victim's creditcards.

In addition to locking their cars,Pomorski said parents should be onthe lookout for the bandit, so they cancontact police.

"Anyone that sees a suspicious vehi-cle, likely a Jeep with a lone male in it,they should report it. We would like toget a license plate number," he said.

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Board of trustees tomeet

The Canton Board ofTrustees will hold a regularmeeting at 7 p.m., Aug. 28 atthe Canton AdministrationBuilding, 1150 S. CantonCenter Road.

Agenda items include a siteplan for the Village GardenRetail Center in Cherry HillVillage; consideration to awardcontract for the intersectionimprovements of Beck and •Cherry Hill, Canton Centerand Saltz, and Haggerty andPalmer to

Dan's Excavating; con-sideration to purchase mastarms and associated trafficsignalization equipment forthe intersection improvementproject; consider award to HartPavement Striping Corporationfor the annual pavement strip-ing of various township-ownedroads and parking lots; consid-er award of contract for park-ing lot and sidewalk improve-ments at Summit on the Parkto Best Asphalt, Incorporated;set tentative millage rates forDec. 1,2007 tax levy; considerpurchase of laptop computersfor school resource officers;and consider patrol vehiclereplacement.

For the complete agenda,please visit the township's Website at www.canton-mi.org.

Mom to mom saleSunflower Village Homes

Subdivision in Canton is hav-ing its first Mom to MomSale on Saturday, Sept. 15from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. The salewill be held at the HanfordClubhouse, 45800 HanfordRoad in Canton (located half-way between Beck Road andCanton Center Road). Momswill be selling baby and kid'sclothes, toys, baby equipment,etc. There is no admission fee.

School registrationRegistrations are now

being accepted at St. MichaelChristian School in Canton forfall 2007-08. The school offers3 year old preschool throughfifth grade, including the newYoung Fives program.

The academic program istaught by qualified and cre-dentialed teachers. The schoolstrongly supports the devel-opment of the whole childin a small class size setting.For more information, call(734.)459-972O.

Home buying seminarShore Mortgage and

Remerica Realty will hosttwo upcoming free home buy-ers/credit repair seminars. Thefirst will take place at 7 P-m.,Sept. 11 at Remerica Realty,7277 N. Lilley Road in Canton.The second will take placeat 7 P-m., Sept. 19 at Shore

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Mortgage, 1741N. CantonCenter Road in Canton.

Topics will include repair-ing and improving your creditscore, down payment assis-tance, and the home buyingprocess. To register or for moreinformation, contact Richardat (734) 776-5635.

Coffee meetingsThe Canton Chamber

of Commerce, DowntownDevelopment Authority andLeisure Services will host twoupcoming Coffee Meetingsto provide information aboutmarketing opportunities inCanton's downtown district,

The meetings will take placefrom 8-9:30 a.m., Sept. 11 atBuffalo Wild Wings, 41980Ford Road, and 8-9:30 a.m.,Sept. 14 at T.G.L FridaysRestaurant, 44250 Ford Road.

Topics will includeShopCanton for the Holidays,the 2nd Annual Holiday Feston Ford Road, holiday win-dow murals, 2008 Women'sBowling Championship,updates on Ford Road con-struction project and more.Reservations are required. Callthe Chamber office at (734)453-4040. Reservation dead-line is Friday, Sept. %

Boyer's Barn BashThe inaugural Boyer Barn

Bash will be held 4-11 p.m.,Sept. 15 at the Cady-BoyerBarn, 500 N. Ridge Road inCherry Hill Village. Tickets are$35.

Everyone Welcome. AHproceeds for the Cady-BoyerBarn. The event will include apig/lamb roast, plenty of sidedishes, beer, wine, sqda, as wellas music and entertainment.

Tickets can be purchasedat the Canton Chamber ofCommerce, Canton Townshipor Holiday Market. The eventis being sponsored by Boyer'sMeat Processing and HolidayMarket.

Lawmakers to host educa-tion meeting

Michigan CongressmenJohn D. Dingell and DaleE. Kildee will be hosting anEducation Town Hall meetingon Thursday, Aug. 30, from3-4:30 p;m. in the YpsilantiHigh School Auditorium,2095 Packard Road, inYpsilanti.

At the forum, Dingelland Kildee will be discuss-ing the upcoming reviewand reauthorization of theNo Child Left Behind Act(NCLB). Kildee is chairmanof the Subcommittee on EarlyChildhood, Elementary andSecondary Education, whichhas held eight hearings thisyear on NCLB and has primaryjurisdiction over NCLB reau-thorization efforts.

The forum will provide anopportunity for school teach-

ers, faculty, and administratorsto learn more about NCLBreauthorization discussionsbefore participating in a ques-tion and answer session withtheir Representatives.

For directions or furtherinformation, please contractDingell's office in Dearborn at(313) 278-2936.

Music Together classesHarmony and Me presents

Music Together Classes this fallin Canton. Music and move-ment mixed-age classes forinfants, toddlers, preschoolers,and the adults who love them.

Fall session classes avail-able Sept. 15 - Nov. 17.Saturday morning classesnow added for fall. Open reg-istration runs through Sept.5. Register on-line at www.HarmonyAndMeKids.com, orcall (248) 489-9330.

Grief support groupThe Sharing & Caring

Coffee Hour is an ongoinggrief support group for wid-ows and widowers hosted by .Heartland Hospice. The groupis held 10-11 a.m. at HeartlandHealthcare Center, 4701N.Lilley Road, Canton. The focusof the group is on the laterstages of grief, with an empha-sis on learning to live withthe loss. This group is heldthe first and third Wednesdayof the month and is open toanyone grieving the loss of aspouse. There is no charge.For information, contact AnnChristensen, toll-free at (888)973-1145.

Car wash benefitsveterans

Vietnam Veterans ofAmerica Chapter 528Plymouth /Canton will be atLighthouse Car Wash, 41869 .Ford Road in Canton, onSunday, Aug. 26 from 8 a.rii. - 5p.m. Members of Chapter 528will be there to wash and dryoff your cars. The money raisedgoes to help all veterans.

Corn Maze helpThe folks at Maybury Farm

in Northville need volunteersfor the Maybury Farm CornMaze, which begins Friday,Sept. 21 and runs through Oct.30. Volunteers are needed onFridays from 4:30-9 p.m., andSaturdays and Sundays (firstshift) 12:15-5 p.m. or (secondshift) 4:30-9 p.m. Volunteersdo not have to work everyweekend.

Drivers are also needed whocan drive the wagons witheither a tractor or team ofhorses.

To volunteer or for moreinformation, call Shari Peters,president of the NorthvilleCommunity Foundation, (248)374-0200.

Help an aspiring musicianAmy Sun, a Canton resident and eighth grader at East Middle School, has been chosen out of 1,600 campersto piay violin in the Blue Lake International Youth Symphony Orchestra. She has played the violin for sevenyears, and is the concertmaster of the DSO Civic Philharmonic Orchestra and the Plymouth Canton CommunitySchool's orchestra. Amy wishes to play the violin professionally in the future. The Blue Lake InternationalYouth Symphony Orchestra is composed of the top high school musicians from around the country, andthe orchestra tours the Midwest United States and Europe, where musicians stay with host families whileperforming in historic concert halls. However, the cost of the program is more than $5,000 per student. AmySun has already raised funds from baby-sitting and tutoring small children, but she needs additional help. Tomake a donation on her account, contact Blue Lake Fine Arts Camp at (800) 221-3796.

Mom to mom saleTri-City Christian Center

in Canton is having theirFall Mom to Mom Sale onSaturday, Sept. 8, from 8:30a.m.-l p.m. Table rentals aresold to capacity with morethan 75 moms selling theirkids' clothes, toys, baby . 'equipment, etc. There is a $1admission fee.

Tri-City is located at 3855Sheldon Road in Canton, justnorth of Michigan Avenue.

Summit shutdownThe Summit on the Park

community center will beclosed for annual maintenancefrom 3 p.m. on Aug. 30 to 5:30a.m., Sept. 4.

For more information, callCanton Leisure Services at(734)394-5460.

School supply driveThe Plymouth Salvation

Army is collecting schoolsupplies to provide to needyfamilies in its Plymouth-Canton-Northville-Bellevilleservice area.

All types of school sup-plies are needed; however,Salvation Army officials areespecially hoping to collectbackpacks.

For more information, call(734) 453-5464.

Art exhibitionThe Village Theater at

Cherry Hill is hosting theartwork of Ron Depentu

of Canton through Sept. 2.The exhibition is a result ofinvolvements ranging fromnear photographic like imagesto nonobjective expression.Throughout the years, Depentuwas constantly involved withthe investigation and utiliza-tion of appearance of depthand motion on a two dimen-sional surface that graduallyprogressed to the actual pen-etration, raising,bending, and building up ofmaterial. His works are in pri-vate collections in New York,New Jersey, Pennsylvania,Florida, California, andWashington.

The showss free and opento the public Monday - Fridayfrom 10 a.m. - 2 p.m., Fridayand Saturday from 7-9 p-m.and Sunday from 5:30 -7:30p.m.

For more information aboutactivities at the Village Theatervisit www.canton-mi.org/vil-lagetheater or call (734) 394-5300.

Canton Newcomers 36thseason

The Canton Newcomerswill hold their 2007-08 adultgeneral kiekoff meeting at7:15 p.m., Wednesday Sept. 5at the Workman Elementarycafeteria (250 Denton Road atCherry Hill). You don't need tobe "new* to Canton to attendthe meeting or to become amember.

The group has a number ofregular activities, includingBook Club, Bunko, Chick Flick,Couples Night, Moms and Tots,Creative Kids, Helping Hands,Game Night, Playgroups,Ladies Day Out, Scrapbooking,Little Explorers, and Walking.The group's regular meetingsare the first Wednesday of themonth at the Sunflower subdi-vision clubhouse.

If you would like to meetyour "neighbors", enjoy refresh-ments from Carrabba's andBack Home Bakery, sign upfor various interest groups axxddonate to the Susan G. Komenbreast cancer initiative, plan t oattend the kiekoff meeting.

For more information, call(734) 398-6487 before themeeting.

To learn more about this2006 Community SupporterAward winning club, includingrequesting a complimentarySeptember newsletter, visitcantonnewcomers.org,

Preschool openingsThe Plymouth Children's

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Back in styleCanton couple opensnew salon with focus

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Dawn Connors had already worked withJacinda Burdziak at four other hair salons, sowhen her long-time friend told her she wasopening her own salon in downtown Plymouth,joining her wasn't a difficult decision.

And now she's glad she did, becauseBurdziak's new venture, Vanity Salon, appearsto be gaining momentum,

"It's absolutely outstanding, because it's allabout the customer," said Connors.

"(Burdziak) is very successful in the salonindustry, she runs a very professional salon, andwhat I like about her as a businesswoman iswhat goes for one goes for all. she doesn't havespecial rules for special people."

It's a rule Burdziak is applying at Vanity, hersecond salon venture (she also is a former ownerof Plymouth's Salon Trio). She and husbandJohn opened Vanity last month, after John - abuilder by trade - got it built out from a designthey did together.

It's a return to entrepreneurialship forJacinda, who sold her interest in Salon Trioafter she and John married in 2001. The couplewanted to focus on starting a family and soldTrio "to free up our time and focus on that,"according to John.

Now, with daughter Ava now 4 and daughterLola is 1, the Burdziaks decided it was time toget back in.

"It took some convincing on my part," saidJohn, who is the son of former Canton TownshipTrustee John Burdziak.

The one caveat the couple, who live in Canton,decided early on was they'd own their ownbuilding, not seek a place to rent. They wantedsomewhere with great parking that would drawheavy foot traffic, and found just such a buildingin the 3,0 00-square-foot space on Penniman.

In addition to the great location, buildingownership also helps the couple secure somefinancial stability for the burgeoning family.

"We were only interested in owning the build-ing," John said. "It was in keeping with our lifechange and our family... we did it for them.The intent was for the future of our daughters.That's really important to us."

Once that was settled, Jacinda began gather-ing her staff, which now numbers more than30. In addition to more than two dozen stylists,she brought in two nail technicians, a barber tohandle men's hair an an aesthetician specializ-ing in skin care, facials and body waxing.

Jacinda, who celebrates 20 years in the indus-try in October, has worked with nearly all of

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John and Jacinda Burdziak designed their new venture, Vanity Salon, together, and John did the building.

The two-floor, 3,000-square-foot Vanity Salon openedlast month on Penniman, across from the post office.

them at some point."I think I'm a good businesswoman, especially

in terms of customer service," Jacinda said. "Imake an effort to make sure everyone's fairlytreated. Nothing's about me, it's all about (thestylists)."

The salon is designed with all of that in mind.It's an airy two floors, with 17 styling/colorchairs. In addition to shopping locally whenpossible, the Burdziaks brought in a lot offixtures from Italy. The salon is painted withwarm, natural textures.

None of the stylists are on staff; all of themare independent contractors. Jacinda takesa rental fee, and the stylists earn their ownmoney.

"My whole goal, my vision, was an upscale,independent contractor salon focused on cus-tomer service," Jacinda said. "Everyone loves thespaciousness the salon offers. The energy is verypositive. It's definitely a good vibe."

She'll keep the staff well-educated with in-salon seminars and workshops, keeping up withwhat she said are ever-changing trends in theindustry.

"Education is important; it keeps you currentand motivated," Jacinda said. "Fashion changesby the season, and you have to keep up with thetrends. This industry changes so much, if youdon't, you can get stagnant."

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raise concerns about Lilley Road projectBY TIFFANY L. PARKS

STAFF WRITER

Everything was going fine untilKatherine Gothard saw her swim-ming pool in a picture.

"It was almost like a fluke," shesaid. "I said, 'Whoa, hello, wait aminute.'"

Gothard, 47, has lived in herHanford Road home since 1989 andfelt compelled to attend a recentmeeting to learn about the township'splans to reconstruct a section ofLilley Road.

The project, whichis scheduledto begin Monday, will cover a mile-long stretch of Lilley from Ford toWarren. In addition to widening theroad, enclosing a storm sewer systemand replacing the existing bridge overWillow Creek, creating right-turnlanes on the northeast and southwestcorners of Lilley and Hanford couldbe tacked onto the construction.

The intersection was previouslynamed one of 34 that the townshipneeded to improve within 10 yearsby Canton's intersection action com-mittee.

"Since we are doing work in the

area, it moved up the list," saidTownship Engineer Todd J. Zilincik,who added that talks of altering theintersection are premature. "Nothingis set in stone," he said.

The $1.9 million Lilley Roadproject is slated to wrap up in mid-November and is designed to lessentraffic congestion, improve the safetyof making left turns, fill in sidewalkgaps and improve drainage. Morethan 15,000 vehicles travel the roadevery day, but it will only be open tolocal traffic during construction.

The state will pay. 80 percent of theproject's cost while Wayne Countywill kick in the remaining 20 per-cent. Zilincik said the township willcover $40,000 for the sidewalk addi-tions.

Candice Clifton, 29, moved acrossthe street from Gothard four yearsago and said her suspicions wereraised when she noticed a surveyoroutside her home last month.

"I asked what was going on andhe told me that he didn't know," shesaid, adding that her husband latercalled township offices to inquireabout the situation. "They said thework had absolutely nothing to do

with Hanford and we breathed a sighof relief."

Gothard, who raised her con-cerns at the meeting, said she feltambushed when she saw an aerialphotograph of the area that featuredthe right-turn lanes on Hanford.

"When were they planning on tell-ing us," she asked angrily.

Hanford Road resident BillieWright-Ericson received a noticeabout the informational meeting, butdecided to forego it since she had nomajor concerns about the project.She was unaware of potential plansto improve the Lilley/Hanford inter-section.

"I wish we would have been told,"she said.

Wright-Ericson lives in the firsthome off of the southwest corner ofthe intersection and stands to losethe tree that her twin daughtersplay under. The 3-year-old girlsare disabled and mainly play in thefront yard because one of them can'tmaneuver her wheeled walker in thefamily's backyard.

"I will not feel comfortable havingthem out there if cars can get thatclose to them," she said. '

The reconstruction of Lilley Road from Ford Road north to Warren Road will start Monday.

If the intersection project does gate," he said.move forward, Zilincik said officials If the talks go smoothly, there's nowill meet with the affected hom-eowners to get their feedback andopinions.

"It seems like (Gothard) is tryingto stop this before it gets out of the

guarantee the work could happenwithin the Lilley Road constructiontime frame, he said.

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A big challenge for Jacobs has been MotherNature.

With all the recent rain, getting asphalt in theparking lots has been delayed.

"We're fortunate to have all our sites ready forasphalt," Jacobs said.'"We hope to have it downon Monday and Tuesday."

This is the third year of the district's five-yearrenovation plan, which is funded by the 2004bond revenues.

Board of Education trustees have heard the -complaint by some district residents the renova-tions are using funds that could be used pay foreducational programs in the classroom.

"The money that our community so gracious-ly approved in the past to improve our schoolscan't be used, by state law, to operate ourschools," said Trustee Steven Sneideman. "Wecan pass bonds to improve the buildings, butnot for such things as busing, teacher's salariesor buying educational materials."

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Paying off a mortgage depends on how much cash is neededA couple years ago I bought a new house andI made the mistake of getting an adjustablerate mortgage. The rate has increasedsubstantially and I am now paying over 7^s

percent. I owe a little over a$100,000 on my mortgage.I am retired and I have anannuity coming due that Ican cash out without penaltyand pay the mortgage off.My broker, who originallyarranged for the adjustablerate mortgage and soldme the annuity, wants meto refinance the mortgageand then to transfer the oldannuity into a new variableannuity. My Social Security

and pension covers my living expenses,however, I will need some additional moneyon a monthly basis if I choose to refinance.I have no other deduction other than mymortgage. Which way do you think I shouldgo?

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income, the monthly savingscan be invested ina growth product to provide you with income.

Many people make the decision to keep amortgage because of the tax write-offs. Eventhough taxes are important, they are not themost important item. The most important itemis how it affects your individual balance sheet.

In your situation, paying off the mortgageallows you to increase your net worth which isexactly what you want to achieve. In fact, bypaying off the mortgage it may have no impacton your tax situation. After all, many peoplewho are retired find that if they did not havemortgage they would be entitled to take thestandard deduction which offsets any loss ofthe interest deduction.

The key question of whether you pay off yourmortgage or not deals with your cash flow. Ifyou have enough money coming from SocialSecurity and pensions to cover your livingexpenses, then having a mortgage may makesense. If you are in a situation where youneed income from your investments to coverliving expenses, then paying off a mortgage isprobably the way to go.

My reasoning is that when you look at whatincome investments are paying versus the costof money, generally, you would be borrowingmoney at a higher rate than the income you

would get by investing.About 10 or 15 years ago, my husband andI did a Living Will along with a LivingTrust. Nothing has changed in our familysituation. Do we need to do anything?

You need to make sure your estate plan is upto date.

It is important to remember you doestate planning not to avoid probate or tosave on taxes, which good estate planningaccomplishes. The real reason is simplybecause you love your family. The goal is tomake things as easy as possible on your lovedones.

Throughout our lives we try to protect ourloved ones, we should do the same upon ourdeath.

I recommend a Medical Durable Power ofAttorney. A Living Will basically is a statementthat says if you do not have a quality of life, youdo not want to be around. The problem withthis document is it does not define quality oflife and it does not appoint someone to makethat determination.

A Medical Durable Power of Attorneyincludes the information in a Living Will butgoes further to name an individual who willmake the determination about quality of life.

It is important for everyone to have a current

Medical Durable Power of Attorney as evenrules regarding those documents have changedover the last few years.

The Living Trust that was drafted 10 to 15years ago may or may not need any changesmade. Each Living Trust stands on its ownand without reading the document it isimpossible to tell whether an amendment isrequired. Every two to three years you shouldsit down with an estate planning attorneyto make sure the document is up to date andmeets your needs.

As for the Medical Durable Power ofAttorney, you do not have to see an attorneyto draft this document. Michigan offers a freefill-in-the-blank form known as the MichiganPatient Advocate Form. It is available in manylocations including public libraries.

Like everything else in our lives, change isconstant and it applies to estate planning. Ifyou haven't done any estate planning it's abouttime.

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Woman ticketed after son disturbs peacePolice ticketed a Canton

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On Tuesday, the complexmanager at Carriage CoveApartments flagged downan officer that was there onanother complaint and saidthat one of her residents hadcomplained about a neighbor.

The woman, 49, said shelives above another woman, 41,who wouldn't open her frontdoor after her son, 13, beganbanging on it and yelling. Thewoman reported that she waswoken out of her sleep by thenoise and that this wasn't thefirst time the teen had beenlocked outside his mother'sapartment.

When police questioned theboy's mother, she said the teenhad been at a friend's house

since the day before and hadn'tbeen knocking on her door.The complex manager told theofficer she saw the teen exitingthe unit that day.

When the boy was calledhome, he confirmed his moth-er's story and said he had beenwith a friend.

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A 54-year-old Cantonwoman reported Wednesdaythat someone had opened aCitibank account in her nameand had bought $3,000 worthof items at Sears with thecard.

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Man finds stolen bikeA Canton man waited a few

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He then brought the bike tothe front of their property andwaited for someone to comeget it.

After a couple hours passed,the man took the bike, whichhas been valued at $200, tothe police station. Officers ranthe item through the systembut it had not been reportedstolen.

Teen busted for violatingcurfew

A while back, a Canton offi-cer warned a 16-year-old girlabout breaking the township'scurfew rule. When he caughtup with the same teen on

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At around 1 a.m., the offi-cer was called to the area of •Beechwood and BeechwoodCourt for possible drug activ-ity when he found the teendriving around with a pas-senger.

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The officer reported that heremembered stopping the teenbefore for violating Canton'scurfew, but had only given hera warning and released herto her mother. This time, thegirl's mother was called in tocome get her and the teen wasticketed and is expected toappear in court.

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Allison's paternal grandfather, KennethNewman, sighed sarcastically when Poole saidshe was suicidal after the toddler's death.

"I didn't want to live my life without her,"Poole said.

Newman's wife, Debbie, wiped away tearswhen Poole began to talk about Allison's inju-ries.

"She's trying to cover her guilt," she said."This is all a big act."

When Satawa asked why she signed and ini-tialed a form waiving her Miranda rights, Pooleanswered, "because they told me to."

Under cross examination, Wayne CountyAssistant Prosecutor Jerry Dorsey IV attempted

to refute Poole's claim that she felt threatenedby the police by saying she had been allowed touse her cell phone while in the back of a policecruiser and that she had been free to go homethat night.

Poole said she offered multiple stories topolice because she wanted to end the question-ing as soon as possible.

"I wasn't thinking," she said. "I wanted to getout of that room."

Poole offered four stories for Allison's injuriesincluding that she had bumped her head in bed,fell from a vanity and fell in a bathtub. The laststory she told, which she says is the truth, isthat she and Allison were playing "whirlybird"when the child accidentally flew over a second-story balcony.

Wayne County Circuit Court Judge UlyssesW Boykin will hear arguments from Satawaand Dorsey regarding the police statements onSept. 21.

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Excursion includes historic canal, train ridesThe Royal Oak-based

Bluewater Michigan Chapterof the National RailwayHistorical Society is sponsor-ing "Canal Boats and RailroadTour," a one-day excursionSaturday, Sept. 8, to Waterville,Ohio, to see the Ohio canalboat system.

"Most Detroiters areunaware of the extensive Ohiocanal boat system, which oper-ated within 60 miles of herefrom the 1830s until the early20th Century," said BluewaterChapter Trip Chairman JimBradford.

The Canal Boats andRailroads Tour departs fromThe Henry Ford CentennialLibrary at 16301 MichiganAvenue in Dearborn by deluxemotor coach at 9 a.m. forWaterville, Ohio, southwest 'of Toledo. The Toledo AreaMetroParks have restoredlocks and a section of the 1830sMiami & Erie Canal, whichran from Toledo, Ohio on LakeErie to Cincinnati on the OhioRiver.

Trip highlights include aleisurely one-hour trip up thecanal on The Volunteer, an1830s mule-drawn canal boatreplica. Featured are stops atthe Isaac Ludwig Mill oper-ating saw and grist mill, anopportunity to shop in theGeneral Store offering col-lectibles and gifts, a view ofthe large 19th Century Lock

Mules lead a canal boat on the Miami and Erie Canal in Ohio.

#44 restored to operation, andto be entertained by ToledoMetroParks staff in authenticperiod garb.

The tour then heads toSmittys for a late 2 p.m. lunch.After lunch, there's a shortjaunt to the Nickel Plate Roadrailroad depot in Waterville fora 90-minute train ride on theToledo, Lake Erie & Western

Railway's Bluebird passengertrain pulled by an 1950s Alcodiesel locomotive.

Tickets are $85.00 per per-son and must be ordered inadvance.

Included are the motor-coach, canal boat ride, lunchat Smitty's, and the train ride.For more information or toorder tickets using VISA,

MasterCard or DiscoverCard, contact the BluewaterMichigan Chapter NRHS at ,(248) 541-1000 or (800) 594-5162 Monday through Fridaybetween 8 a.m. and 5 p.m.Or order by check or moneyorder payable to the BluewaterMichigan Chapter, NRHS atOffice Box 296, Royal Oak,Michigan 48068-0296.

Ask about fire safety on your child's college campus

Tom Kiurski

hen you start packingyour children up for col-lege, consider their fire .

safety while they are away fromhome. The 2006-07 academicyear was the most fatal one onrecord, as compiled by Campus

Firewatch, agroup dedicat-ed to makingcolleges anduniversitiesacross Americafire safe.

There havebeen 20 cam-pus-related firedeaths in thepast academic

year, and the total of campus-related fire fatalities sinceJanuary 2000 until present isan astounding 113. These areyoung men arid women whodied while away to prepare fortheir future.

Ask college representativeshow many fires have occurredin the past year, and findout if the residence halls areequipped with automatic firesprinkler systems. There hasbeen nothing more effective insaving lives from fire by havinga working automatic fire sprin-kler system. Unlike the mov-ies, only the sprinkler head(s)closest to the fire will activate.This will usually control orcontain the fire until the fire

department arrives.Another lifesaving device

that is necessary is a smokealarm. Hopefully your child'scollege has a fire alarm system.If they do not, purchase a bat-tery-operated smoke alarm fortheir room. They are simpleto mount (or keep on top of adresser), and easy to maintain.You may need to give yourchild a call to remind them tochange the batteries at leastonce a year. By having workingsmoke alarms, the chances thatyou will die in a fire decreaseby half. Make sure you have

working smoke alarms in yourhome, and test them regularly.

Find out if candles andHalogen lamps are prohibitedin the dorm rooms. If they arenot, they should be. If they arenot prohibited, let you childknow how dangerous theseitems can be. Unattended can-dles can easily find combus-tibles in small dorm rooms andHalogen lamps have bulbs thatoperate at temperatures over1,000 Degrees Fahrenheit.

Go over the fire alarm pro-cedure with your child beforeleaving them on their own.

Find the stairs out of thebuilding, and practice usingthem. Find out where the fireextinguishers are located andmake sure your child knowshow to use them. Locate thefire alarm system and reviewhow to use the alarm system,as well.

Your child may be leavinghome for an extended periodwhile away at college. If youhave not discussed the itemsoutlined above, take a few min-utes to do so

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Senior day at the zooThe Visiting Nurse Association •of Southeast Michigan partnerswith the Detroit Zoo and AM 580Motorcity Favorites to offer day offun Wednesday, Sept. 5, when seniorsage 62 and older, and one caregiver,are abie to receive free admissionand parking to the Detroit Zoo from10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Visit the VNA ofSoutheast Michigan booth in the com-munity resource area. Receive freebiood pressure checks and pick up acomplimentary Consumer's Guide toHome Health Care. For more informa-tion, call (800) 882-5720 or visit www.vna.org

Road rallyA Road Rally to benefit Steppin'Out/AIDS Walk Detroit is planned forFriday, Sept. 14. This task-oriented,timed "treasure hunt" will beginat 7:30 p.m. from the parking lotof the Royal Oak Farmer's Market.Participants may enter as individuals

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Suicide Loss Support GroupNew Hope Center for Grief Support isoffering an ongoing support groupfor those who have lost a loved oneto suicide. This monthly group meets7-9 p.m. on the second Thursdayand fourth Monday of each month atthe First United Methodist Church inNorthville located at 777 W. Eight MileRoad. No registration is necessary forthis monthly drop-in support group.For further information about thisgroup or about the many other free,age and loss specific groups offeredfor children, teens, and adults,please call New Hope Center for GriefSupport at 248-348-0115 and visit usat www.newhopecenter.rtet

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Ballet auditionsThe Ann Arbor Civic Ballet holds openauditions 7:30 p.m. Thursday; Sept.

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Gardeners meetThe Gardeners of Northville S Novimeets the second Tuesday of themonth September through May at6:30 p.m. Locations rotate betweenNovi Civic Center and the NorthvilleLibrary. Visitors are welcome. Formore information, call (248) 231-2334or visit our Web site www.gardeners-northville-novi.org

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Fall Harvest FestivalPlans for the Grass Lake RegionalChamber of Commerce's Fall HarvestFestival, which takes place Sept.15, in this quiet farming communityare progressing. Artists, crafters,and businesses will line the vil-lage main street, wniie five farmswill be open for tours from theJackson County Family Farm Festevent. The Michigan's Center for thePhotographic Arts Fall Focus Festivalwill feature the photographic art of800 children from the area, as well ashayrides, fresh cider and donuts, andhorse and buggy rides through thevillage. Quality live musical entertain-ment, including the "The Shyguys,"winners of the Grass Lake ThirdAnnual Battle of the Bands, will playduring the entire event in the gazebo/depot park area, and food vendorswill be available at the site through-out the day. For more information onthis event, visit www.dalefisherphoto.

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Health classDr. Carol Ann Fischer, a holisticphysician and clinical nutritionist,presents "Is It Really Your Thyroid?"

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Mercy scholarshipsMercy High School is granting$170,600 in scholarship money tostudents for the 2007-08 school year.Ten full-tuition scholarships fromthe Sisters of Mercy and 19 namedscholarships are being awarded alongwith $20,000 in scholarships providedby the Mercy Alumnae Association.Scholarships are awarded based onapplications and student-writtenessays. For information on donat-ing to the Mercy High School TuitionAssistance Fund, or establishing anew named Mercy scholarship, con-tact Director of Development NadineMaynard at [email protected] orcall (248) 893-3538.

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Heartland HospiceHeartland Hospice, located inSouthfleld and serving the tri-countyarea, is looking for caring and com-passionate individuals to register forvolunteer training. Evening and day-'»time classes are available for anyoneinterested in being a support personfor clients and their families duringtheir end-of-life journey. Office sup-port is also needed. To register, callMary, (800) 770-9859.

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Suspect nabbed in Internet sex stingBYTONYBRUSCATO

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A Plymouth Township manwas arraigned in 31st DistrictCourt in Hamtramck Fridaymorning after being chargedwith sending sexually explicitimages of himself over theInternet to an undercoverWayne County Sheriff's deputyposing as a 13-year-old girl.

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Hacker Golf Scramble tees up for MSBYALEXLUNDBERG

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A family of duffers facedwith a loved one's diagnosisof a debilitating disease of thecentral nervous system is put-ting the call out, again, to allgolfers to pick up their clubsand play a round for charity.Barring that, they'd at leastlike people to come out andeat for charity, which is just asgood.

The Fifth Annual HackerGolf Scramble, a benefit golfouting raising money forMultiple Sclerosis outreach andresearch, is.being held againthis year starting at 10 a.m,Sunday, Sept. 9, at Beacon HillGolf Club, 6011 Majestic OaksDrive, in Commerce Township.

Scott and Ruth Crichtonlived in Redford for 46 years.Years ago, their niece was diag-nosed with MS and the familystruggled to find some way tohelp.

"We couldn't really do any-thing for her personally," ScottCrichton said. "We decidedwe'd do what we could to raisemoney to help wipe out the dis-ease. I and a lot of my friendsare golfers and an outing wasa practical way to raise moneyand have a good time."

In the four previous yearsof the fund raiser, the HackerScramble has raised more than$46,000 for MS research. This

year, they're hoping to crackthe $60,000 mark.

"We usually get between 110and 140 golfers," he said. "Thevast majority are golfers butthere are some people who justcome for the dinner."

Tickets to participate in thescramble are $100 and dinner-only tickets are $50. In bothcases, $25 of every ticket goesdirectly for the cause.

The effort is still looking forcorporate sponsors as well asparticipants. A donation of$200 will get a company logoor business card on an 11- by17-inch placard at an individ-ual tee and information aboutthe company in a package ofinformation given to everygolfer.

The big sponsorship, thebusiness that will give awaylarge prizes to hole-in-one golf-ers, so far is Shuman ChryslerJeep in Walled Lake.

"They're giving away car, atrip and a set of golf clubs," saidsponsorship Manager DebbieHuet.

"Last year they were givingaway a Chrysler Crossfire."

National MS SocietyMichigan Chapter vice presi-dent for marketing and devel-opment Leslie Kota describesevents like the HackerScramble as third-party eventsand vital to the work the chap-ter does.

"The National MS Society

puts on a variety of eventslike the MS Walks and BikeTours to raise funds," she said."Hacker and events like it arethird-party: We don't organizethem, other people take on theresponsibility of organizingthem for us. They're absolutelyimportant, every dollar is help-ful towards our mission."

Of course, the National MSSociety is working to eradicatethe disease, but that's not allthey do. Kota said there are anestimated 16,000 people livingwith the disease in Michiganand each person with the dis-ease represents another sevenwho are impacted.

The Michigan chapterexpects to raise more than$3 million over 2007 andabout $275,000 of that isexpected to come from third-party events like the HackerScramble.

The National MS Societyhas a number of programs andservices dedicated to helpingfamilies and caregivers of MSpatients and events like theHacker Scramble go a longway toward keeping those pro-grams up and running.

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Shutting down governmentwon't cure the state's ills

College-bound? Here's a list tomake and check twice - and more

Chuck Moss

Summer doesn't mean the state budgetfights are on vacation. Gov. JenniferGranholm wants tax hikes, the

Republicans don't and the House Democratsare caught in the middle. What's going on is aclassic case of gridlock, and the buzz aroundtown is that the governor will try to cure leg-islative logjam with dynamite: a governmentshutdown.

Shut down the government and blameit on the Republicans? Make those pat-

ented Granholm five-hankiespeeches? Tow the tame mediaaround for some visuals ofclosed-down parks — maybewith a sobbing little kid out-side a chained-shut gate andthen make the speech forhigher taxes? Heck, it workedfor Clinton against NewtGingrich, so why not? Actually,there are lots of reasons. Ashutdown is a stunt and a very

risky gamble. It's unnecessary, irresponsibleand dangerous.

It's dangerous because a shutdown throwsthe state's string-and-duct-taped financialcondition into a maelstrom of uncertainty.And folks, Michigan's fiscal state is even moredicey than you think. Michigan ca,n't affordany more explosions, and those billion-plusoperating deficits are just the tip of the ice-berg.

Let's start with the biggest bomb, thesame one that's all but blown up the U.S.automakers: legacy costs. Pensions aren'tthe real problem, it's "OPEB" or "Other Post-Employment Benefits," basically everythingbut the pension — mainly health care. Thestate has been paying OPEB costs on a pay-as-you-go basis, which is like covering the mini-mum on your credit card.

But a new accounting rule is coming intoeffect called GASB 45, which will requiregovernments to get actuarially determinedfigures for their OPEB costs and carry themon the books as liabilities. Michigan's unfund-ed liability for public employees, includingteachers, is estimated by Credit Suisse to be$22.74-5 billion.

That $22,745 billion liability compares tototal state government assets of $30,427 bil-lion. That includes the Mackinac Bridge, stateparks, Mackinac Island, the Capitol Building,etc. Even more daunting, the new financialguidelines strongly prefer pre-funding ofthese liabilities, so Michigan has to start put-ting money aside for this huge obligation, aswell as rethinking whether it can continue topromise these benefits to future employees.

But this won't be so easy. At the same timewe have to start putting money aside, we

find ourselves with less money in the bank.A recent publication from the non-parti-san Citizens' Research Council, "Michigan'sDeteriorating Cash Position," explains it all.

Briefly, "From fiscal year-end 2000 throughfiscal year-end 20003, Michigan exhaustedover $2.99 billion in its major funds cashreserves (General, School Aid and BudgetStabilization Funds) to support spending inexcess of ongoing revenues. As of fiscal year-end 2006 major cash fund balances were neg-ative $1.3 billion, a net change of more than$4.2 billion over six years." In other words,instead of balancing spending to income, weblew through over $4 billion of cash reserves.

This is dire — and damning. It start-ed under Engler, but accelerated underGranholm. We spent more than we took inand ate up our savings, all to stave off makingthe hard choices, as well as the day of reck-oning. Well, that day isn't here, but it's com-ing fast. This fiscal fecklessness has left ourcoffers so bare that even if Michigan wantedto save money by converting teachers to adefined contribution plan, we lack the cash todoit.

Not only that, but the drained reservemeans we lack a cushion for routine cash-flowsituations. The state collects money in the lat-ter part of the fiscal year with property taxes,but has major payouts in the School Aid Fundin August. Michigan could find itself in a cashcrunch which it can only cover by borrowing— yet we're currently at our constitutionallimit for short-term borrowing. Hence SchoolAid and General Fund have borrowed fromother state funds to meet daily needs and themanageable pool of common cash is lowestsince 1992.

Folks, this is not a situation to be solvedby pulling higher taxes out of a magician'shat. Michigan needs plain old-fashionedfiscal prudence,,and willingness to look atboth reality and the bottom line squarely. Afinal thought from MIRS News; "Since Gov.Jennifer Granholm issued her latest moratori-um on new hires, transfers and promotions onMarch 29, the state Budget Office has grantedat least 2,373 exceptions, the state budgetoffice confirmed." That's $40 million worth!Brave words and bold initiatives only work ifyou really do them.

A House committee on OPEB obligations isnow meeting and seems to be facing the prob-lem unflinchingly. Granholm needs to do thesame, and above all avoid the dangerous, reck-less political gamble of a government shut-down. Michigan's fiscal house is too shaky tobe playing with dynamite.

Chuck Moss (R-Birmingham) represents the stateHouse 40th District.

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ap* ven though Christmas is four holidaysIP5 away, parents of high school seniors are^m already making their list and checkingit Lu ice. But this list is about getting back toschool. Pencils? Check. Assignment book,organizer, or electronic planner with optionalmusic download capability? Check. Pre-fadedjeans with factory-installed rips and a waist-line that's miles away from your child's waist?A tough call

List of colleges to consider for life after highschool?

If this last item isn't on yourlist, you're not alone, and you'renot too late, but it's time to getbusy. The good news here is thisitem is easy to achieve. Unlikeback-to-school shopping, whichinvolves many stops and lots ofsnacks, developing a list of col- ,leges to consider only involvestwo steps and lots of snacks.

For some parents, the big-gest challenge in making plans

for college is making them with their child,not for their child. Senior year comes at a timewhen students want to make their own deci-sions about everything, which is natural. Butparents have an interest in their child's collegeplans, since college plans have a direct impacton their child's future, the relationship parentswill have with their adult child, and of course,their household budget, as parents determinethe best way to pay for college.

So step one is to buy a pizza.Sitting down over a family snack is a great

way to begin the college discussion. Parentsstart the conversation by saying they want tomake sure they're doing everything they can tohelp their senior without hassling them — soyou'll all sit down once a week to discuss col-lege. Parents can find out how college plans aregoing, and the student doesn't have to worryabout getting ambushed with a college ques-tion on the way out the door with their friendsFriday night. And if the student wants to talkabout college some other time, that's a bonus— as long as they avoid ambushes, too.

After about two or three of these weekly familymeetings, the second stop is the school coun-selor's office. The counselor is the person whowill be processing the paperwork for your child'scollege applications, so you want to make sureeveryone is working off of the same informationabout the application process, and focusing onyour child's interests and needs.

Having an adult in the high school who sup-ports your child's college plans is a tremendousbonus. For many schools, however, counselorsare challenged with an enormous number ofstudents to serve; the national average is over

Sitting down over a family snack is a great wayto begin the college discussion. Parents start theconversation by saying they want to make surethey're doing everything they can to help theirsenior without hassling them - so you'll all sitdown once a week to discuss college.

500 students per counselor, and some counsel-ors have caseloads over 1,000. The key here isto build a good relationship with the counselor,support your child, and respect the counselor'stime, all at once. Begin this relationship bycalling the counseling office for a 20-minuteappointment in early September with the coun-selor, the parents, and the senior. At the meet-ing, the parents should ask the following fivequestions:

• What should my child focus on as a stu-dent this year? "Senior year isn't just aboutprom and graduation — it's another year forthe student to learn more about themselvesand the world around them. The counselor mayhave some ideas on how you child can reachthat goal. This is the perfect time to hear them.

• Can we tell you a little about our childthat we think would help you with their collegeplans? Very few counselors will say "no" whenyou ask this question, so this i^your chance to- 'share your insights into your, child's life afterhigh school. Just be sure to keep it to about 3-5minutes — practice at home before going to themeeting.

• Does my child have a realistic list of col- '•leges? To be fair to the counselor, have yourchild drop this list off to the counselor a fewdays before the meeting.

• What are the deadlines for submittingapplications to you? With so many studentsto work with, the deadline to get the applica-tions to the counselor is probably earlier thanthe date the applications are due to the col-lege. Make sure you know these earlier dates,since missing them can cause delays and closeoptions.

• What's the best way to get in touch withyou? Most counselors are either e-mail orphone people, so you want to find out themethod that's going to get your questionsanswered the fastest.

These two simple steps will go along way .in building a solid college plan in a way thatmeets everyone's needs and probably leave timeto buy more school supplies to boot!

Patrick O'Connor is director of college counseling atRoeper School, and author of "College is Yours in 600Words or Less." He can be reached at.collegeisyours®comcast.net.

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The Plymouth HistoricalMuseum has received a dona-tion of Civil War memora-bilia that Director ElizabethKerstens called "priceless."

The nearly 200-piece col-lection, which included pho-tographs, enlistment andcommission papers, servicepins and the muster book forthe 2nd Michigan InfantryRegiment — informationabout every soldier in the 2ndRegiment — was donated thissummer by former Our Ladyof Good Counsel Pastor JohnSullivan on behalf of the familyof Capt. John C. Hardy.

The Plymouth Historical Museum hasreceived a nearly 200-piece Civil Warcollection donated on behalf of thefamily of Union Capt. John C. Hardy.

Before he feft to become pas-tor of St. Owen in BloomfieldHills in July, Sullivan donatedthe collection that was givento him by Ortonville priest

John J. Hardy — a son of theCivil War veteran ~ before hepassed away.

"When I go to Civil Warshows, you always see bits andpieces," said Dan Packer ofPlymouth Township, a CivilWar historian who is cata-loguing the collection at thePlymouth Historical Museum."You hardly ever see it alltogether.

"The provenance (back-ground) is good," he added."A lot of times when you gethistorical things, you don'tknow where it came from, orwhere it's been. In this case, weknow."

The items are in exceptionalcondition, having been passedonly from Hardy to his son,and eventually to Sullivanbefore being donated to themuseum.

"Hardy volunteered in 1861when President (Abraham)Lincoln gave the call for

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volunteers for the insurrec-tion of Fort Sumter in SouthCarolina," Packer said. "Hardylived in Detroit, but went withthe 2nd Regiment in Adrian.

"Hardy said he was 17 yearsold on his papers, but he wasreally only 15 when he joined,"Packer added. "He started as aprivate, enlisted several times,and ended up as a full captainby 1865, when the war ended.He fought over 20 major bat-tles, and was severely woundedin one."

Hardy was known as the"Hero of Petersburg" fdr captur-ing three dozen Confederatesoldiers by himself. It was atFort Steadmari, during GeneralUlysses Grant's Petersburgcampaign in Virginia, thatHardy was cited for conspicu-ous gallantry.

"The story goes that (GeneralRobert E.) Lee's army tried tobreak out of Petersburg, andwhen Hardy saw a rebel pok-ing his face out of the door ofthe Confederate headquartershe went charging throughthere with his musket, by him-self," Packer said. "When heopened the door, there were 35Confederate officers and sol-diers. He told them 'give it up,you're surrounded,' and theysurrendered. He became thehero of Fort Steadman."

Also included in the docu-ments are Hardy's ordnancerecords for ordering ammuni-tion during the Civil War.

"One document showed heordered 3,500 gullets dur-ing the siege of Petersburg onApril 1," Packer said. "On April2 they were expended, so hehad to get more bullets, andwrote out a form every time heneeded them."

Kerstens said the fact thedocuments have been in veryfew hancjs the past 140 yearsmakes this collection unique.

"The Hardys took good careof this, it's in fabulous condi-tion " Kerstens said. "Froman archival standpoint, thisis fantastic. If it hadn't beenfor priests taking care of it,the items would probablyhave been sold piece-meal, orthrown away."

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Dan Packer looks over Civil War records at the Plymouth Historical Musu^

Packer is in the process ofcataloguing each item with adescription, number and phototo be put in the museum's com-puter database. He wears whitegloves to pry documents thathave been glued to albums.

"Finger oil destroys docu-ments, and putting it in lightdestroys it after a while"Kerstens said. "Even put-ting it in plastic could, overtime, accelerate deterioration.However, we probably won't seethat in our lifetime."

The Civil War collec-tion enhances the PlymouthHistorical Museum's Lincolncollection, which is the state'slargest.

"It multiplies the value ofthe Lincoln collection becausewe have a whole collectionfrom contemporary people,"Kerstens said.

The Civil War memorabiliawas given by Sullivan to one ofhis parishioners, Jack Grant

of Plymouth Township, wfo .also the museum's treasuitr,

"I saw Fr. Sullivan at cone day and he told me tiby after Mass because hekg^something to donate to tie ,;museum," Grant said. "I $<up a stack of things and ta _ it to the museum and start^X:cataloging it, and suddenly;;realized 'holy smokes, this 3 ^quite a collection.' We'ver*got a treasure here."

In 1993, Hardy'sdonated the only remain-ing regimental flag for tlx^i2nd Michigan. Infantry, Q ^ ,of Hardy's muskets andseral other items to the at

gcollectionHistorical Museum.

"We'll probably hMichigan Reanxious to see this colfePacker said. "This is jin the crown for us andmuseum.

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Lisa Sasaki serves as the chairman of golf outings, volunteers several hours a month to charities, participates in a golf league, playsregularly on a competitive over-30 soccer team and participates on a recreation softbatl squad. She's also a vice president at Comerica.

Volunteering, participating in sports consume Sasaki's 'free' timeBY ED WRIGHT

• STAFF WRITER

J ust call Lisa Sasaki the "anti-couchpotato."

Who has time to settle into aneasy chair and channel surf when you'reserving as the chairman of golf outings,volunteering several hours a month tocharities, participating in a golf league,playing regularly on a competitive over-30 soccer team and participating on arecreation softball squad?

Oh, and she's also a vice president atComerica, a position that requires fre-quent travel.

How does the 42-year-old Cantonresident fit all these activities into herFranklin Planner? With a potent combi-nation of enthusiasm, boundless energyand an enviable passion to help those inneed.

"As a volunteer, Lisa is very, very com-mitted to our cause," said CameronHosner, the president of Vista Maria,a Dearborn Heights-based charity thatassists abused, neglected and poverty-stricken women and children. "She's oneof those people who has come in andreally made a difference. We're privi-leged to have her knowledge and sup-port.

"Vista Maria needs to raise around$600,000 a year just to break even. It'speople like Lisa who make it possible."

Versatile volunteer

Sasaki's role is a multi-faceted one atVista Maria. She has served as a chair-person for the organization's Women-Fore-Women Charity Golf Outing,which recently raised $13,000 for VistaMaria. Sasaki also donates time as aVista Marie fund-development advisorand as the treasurer of the Clara B. FordCharter Academy, which will open soonon a 42-acre spread located near theintersection of Warren and Outer Drive

vin Dearborn Heights."It's cool being able to help make a

difference in some of these young girls'lives," said Sasaki, a native of Chicagoand graduate of the University ofMichigan. "When you talk to. some ofthese girls and you realize the abuse andneglect they've lived through in theirshort lives, it makes you realize how for-tunate most of us are.

"The time I put into Vista Maria is wellworth it."

Sports of all sortsSasaki admitted her two favorite

athletic endeavors are soccer and golf.She's a defender for the Michigan Magic,whieh competes in the "A" Division of the42-team Great Lakes Women's SoccerLeague.

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THE SASAKI FILEName: Lisa Sasaki;Age: 42;Home: Canton;Birthplace: Chicago;College attended:University of Michigan;Profession: Vice presi-dent at Comerica;Interests: Volunteersseveral hours a month atVista Maria, a charitableorganization that offersintensive core treatmentservices to-women andchildren who have beenabused and neglected;she afso participatesin a number of sports,including golf, soccer andsoftbatl;On volunteering atVista Maria: "When youtalk to some of thesegirls and you realizethe abuse and neglectthey've lived through intheir short lives, it makesyou realize how fortunatemost of us are." .

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Pilots canbarely flyover Salemkickers

BY ED WRIGHTSTAFF WRITER

Salem's relatively young andinexperienced boys soccer teamgrew up in a hurry Thursdaynight against state powerWarren DeLaSalle.

Almost too quickly, as far asthe Pilots were concerned.

The Rocks battled to the endbefore falling, 2-1, to the hostPilots. It was the season-openerfor both squads.

"Obviously, I wasn't happywith the outcome, but I couldn'thave been more pleased withhow we played," said Salemcoach Ed McCarthy. "It's benefi-cial to play outstanding teamslike DeLaSalle early in theseason because you can learn alot about your team and whatthings we need to work on."

McCarthy was complimen-tary when it came to the playof first-year varsity goalkeeperSasa Mirkovic.

The sophomore stopped 12Pilot shots.

"A couple of Sasa's saves weretremendous," said McCarthy.

Trailing 1-0 at the half, Salemdrew even 15 minutes intothe second half when GarrettRogers headed in a pin-pointpass from Alex Tramel.

"Alex did a great job of get-ting the ball on the flankquickly before crossing a passin Garrett's direction," saidMcCarthy. "Then Garrett justoutjumped the defense andheaded the ball past their div-ing keeper."

DeLaSalle scored the game-winner with approximately 20minutes left.

"We had a few opportunitiesat the end, but we couldn't fin-ish," said McCarthy.

Salem will square off withcross-campus rival PlymouthMonday at 7 p.m. at the P-CEPvarsity soccer field.

W.L. CENTRAL 2 , PLYMOUTH0: On Wednesday in a WLAAcross-over game played onthe P-CEP turf stadium, theVikings posted a shutout inboth teams' season debuts.

"It was'a disappointing 'effort," said Plymouth coachJeff Neschich. "We played OKlate in the first half and mid-way in the second, but we haveto be more consistent."

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'Hahn'orable mentionSophomore to lead Plymouth runners

BY ED WRIGHTSTAFF WRITER

' Add All-State track-and-field two-miler Kelly Hahn toan already talented and expe-rienced Plymouth girls crosscountry roster and what do youget?

A team that could make someserious waves in the WesternLakes Activities Association in2007.

"We're looking good so far,"said Plymouth coach MaryKerwin. "Any time you can adda runner who finished fourthin the state in the two-mile likeKelly did to the group of girls wehave coming back, you have tobe excited."

Hahn, who is only a sopho-more, moved to Plymouthfrom Pennsylvania in Januaryand sparkled for the Wildcats'track-and-field team in thespring. She's no stranger to crosscountry, having run for her highschool team last fall.

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"Kelly is notonly a great 'runner, but shehas a fantas-tic attitude,"Kerwin noted."She's verycoachable anddoes everythingshe's asked.

Kerwin gother first glimpse of Hahn's talentat last year's Division 1 Regionaltrack meet at the P-CEP sta-dium.

"I saw her run the two-mileand she ran a great race,"said Kerwin. "The thing thatimpressed me the most was thatshe was sprinting at the end eventhough there was no one aroundher."

A pair of juniors — Beth. Heldmeyer and Molly Slavens —

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Sensational secondThe Michigan Nationals U12 girts soccer team, which included several Observerland-area players, was runner-up at the U.S. Club Soccer National Cup tournament in Burlington, NX. earlier this month. The team, which ismade up of girls from five southern Michigan soccer clubs, lost in a Shootout to Soccerop of Charlotte, N.C., inthe championship contest. The team went undefeated at a Regional tournament in Indianapolis, outscoring theirfoes, 13-0. Pictured (front row from left) are Emily Bush, Megan Buckingham, Caroline Egan, Danielle Gloqovsky,Jennifer Thelen, Margaret Metzger, Suzanne* Miller, (back row from left) head coach Andy Vanover, Anna Turnbull(Canton Celtic), Tori Norris, Gina Goble (Canton Celtic), Claire McHugh, Jenny Fichera, Rachel Winters (CantonCeltic), Cassidy Ebach, Madi Lewis (Canton Celtic), Leah Hill and assistant coach Sarah Mudry.

Rocks fallSalem's football team

opened its 2007 seasonwith a 29-18 setback atPinckney Friday night.Details of the gamewere not available as ofFriday night's deadline.

Youth hoop leagueMadonna University

will stage a SundayYouth BasketballLeague beginningSunday, Sept. 9 throughOct. 28, at the MUActivities Center.

Ages 10-12 will reportat 3 p.m. followed byages 13-15 at 5 p,m. onSept. 9. Each day willconsist of a skill-build-ing session and a leaguegame.

Included in the $100cost is league jersey,.league games (plus play-offs) and skill buildingdrills.

For more information,call (734) 398-5975 or(734)432-5591.

Run Like Wind 5KThe ninth annual

Ilun Like the Wind 10-kilometer run and 5Krun-walk starts at 9-3,0a.r&. Saturday, .Sept4, atthe Nankin Mills PicnicArea in Hines Park inWestland.

All proceeds will goback to the sport of run-;ning through supportof youth track clubs andthe Michigan RunningFoundation ScholarshipFund.

Race day fees are $20(with shirt) and $15 (noshirt).

Awards and a spe-cial prize will go'to theoverall and masters(40-and-up) male andfemale winners. Medalswill also be awarded tothe top three finishers ineach age group.

For more information,call Chuck Block at (517)702-0226.

Kickball leagueCanton Leisure

Services will be offer-ing a fall adult kick-ball league Sept. 10 toOct. 22. The.Mondaynight league includesdoubleheaders thatwill be played at theCanton Sports Center.Game times will rotatebetween 6:30-7:30 p.m.and 8:45-9:45 p.m.Team registration is$250.

There is also a $10referee fee per team pergame paid at the field.Awards will go to leagueand playoff champions.

You can register inperson at the Summiton the Park; or by call-ing (734) 483-5600beginning Aug. .8. '

Coaches: Please callThe area's high school

coaches are encour-aged to call in resultsof their games toObserver Sports EditorEd Wright, who can bereached at (734) 953-2108 or at ewright©hometownlife.com.

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will give the Wildcats a potent1-2-3 punch. Heldmeyer wasthe'lone Plymouth runner toqualify for the Dl state meet in2006 while Slavens has alreadyearned two varsity letters., "Both Beth and;Mblly havebeen among our top runnersthe previous two years" saidKerwin. "Beth is a very steady,consistent runner. She putseverything she has into every-thing she does. She has theheart of a lion.

"Molly's been one of our topseven runners the past threeyears. She's a great leader; shegets all of the girls involved ineverything."

Plymouth's top five will berounded out by seniors FamBhullar and Lauren Ahearn,both of whom will serve as cap-tains.

"Pam is a brilliant girl, she'svery smart and it shows in herrunning," said Kerwin. "She's avery hard worker. You ask her tojump and she asks, 'How high?"1

Returning contributors PaulaGreen and Julie Forrester, bothsophpsnores, are the early-sea-son W. 6 and 7 runners. SeniorsKatie Balaze, Annie Bergmansana Laura Hahn — Kelly's oldersister — will provide valuabledepth to the Wildcats' cause.

SALEMThe perennially strong Rocks

endured a rebuilding year in2006 as four-year star HannahCavicchio (who now runs forGrand Valley State University)was the lone Salem runner to

advance to the Dl state meet.Veteran coach Dave Gerlach

is banking on a group of youngbut unproven harriers to leadthe Rocks back toward the roadto success.

"I'm positively optimistic,"said Gerlach, whose teams wereregular participants at the Dlstate meet prior to last season."We were a little down last yearand we're definitely going tomiss Hannah, but we have agroup of first-year runners andsome returners who have reallyimpressed me so far. The entiregroup is stepping up and work-ing hard."

Junior Kelley Determan,last year's No. 2 runner for theRocks, takes over the No. 1 role.

"Kelley trained extremelyhard over the summer becauseshe knew she was scheduledto be our No. 1 this year," saidGerlach. "I think she learned alot from Hannah last year aboutwhat it takes to be successful."

Three first-year runners willfill out the Rocks.' top four slots,at least early in the season:junior Linda Ling, sophomoreJordyn Moore and freshmanMackenzie Rogers.

Senior captain SabrinaBurcroff, returning seniorFreyal Shah, junior EmmaVan Hoof and freshman KaraBooms will also play vital rolesfor the Rocks this fall. Othersbattling for varsity pointsinclude senior Lauren Olson,.Kristen Dondzila and KortneyMarsh.

Gerlach gave a nod to LivoniaChurchill and Northville as theteams to beat in the WLAA.

"Plymouth has some very tal-ented runners, too," he added.

The Rocks open their sea-son Aug. 30 at the LutheranWestland Time Trials atNankin-Mills. Their first invi-tational is set for Sept. 9 atBirmingham Brother Rice.

CANTONFirst-year coach Eric Pahl

inherits a team that is paced byone of the top runners in theWLAA, junior Sarah Thomas,who placed 43rd at the Dl statemeet in 2006.

"Sarah is a great leader anda hard worker," said Pahl, whoserved as an assistant coachat Canton last year. "She ran a19:02 at the state meet last yearand she's looking to break theschool record of 18:54 this year.Obviously, based on what she'sdone in the past, she has a verygood shot at it."

Pahl has set high goals for theThomas-led Chiefs.

"I'd like to win the City Meet,win the division and finish inthe top three in the conferenceand at the Regional," he said.

While Thomas is the Chiefs'top weapon this season,she's far from the only one.Freshman Rachel Rohrbachhas shown amazing potentialin early-season workouts whileseniors Katherine Rymond andBrittany Dempsey will providetalent and leadership.

"Katherine is a good, hardworker and is a very consistentperformer," said Pahl.

Other key contributorsinclude junior Katherine Galmand Paula Schubatis; and soph-omores Margaret Murphy andMelanie Kulczyki.

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A week before the start oftraining camps, there's plentyof good cheer around theOntario Hockey League.

Even though the PlymouthWhalers graduated a corethat led them to their secondOHL Championship since199.0, there's a talented groupof younger players returningalong with Whaler pups thatshould make the 2007-08 sea-son interesting and entertain-ing.

Training camp kicks off withthe Whalers' annual golf out-ing, which is set for Tuesdayat Fox. Hills Golf Course inPlymouth.

The Whalers will offi-cially get down to business onWednesday with off-ice testing.Plymouth hits the ice in scrim-mages on Thursday from 9:30-11:30 a.m. and 3-5 p.m.; andFriday from 9-11 a.m. and 3-5p.m. The scrimmages are freeand open to the public.

Plymouth gets the pre-sea-son started with its' traditionalLabor Day weekend home-and-home series with Windsor.It will host the Spits onSaturday, Sept. 1 at 4 p.m., atthe Compuware Sports Arenabefore traveling to Windsor onMonday, Sept. 3, for a contestat Windsor Arena.

Following are somePlymouth story lines worthwatching as training camp andthe season unfolds:

GOALTENDING:WithWashington-draft MichalNeuvirth and Nashville-draftJeremy Smith returning,Plymouth starts the seasonwith arguably the best goalten-ding depth in the OHL, if notthe Canadian Hockey League.

PREP FOOTBALLThursday, Aug. 30

John Glenn at Carton, 4:30 p.m.Plymouth at Salem, 7:30 p.m.

BOYSSOCCIRMonday, Aug. 27

Canton at W l . Northern, 7 p.m.Plymouth at Salem, 7 p.m.Wednesday, Aug. 29

Neuvirth and Smith split theregular season last year, butNeuvirth became Plymouth'slead goaltender in the 2007playoffs.

Smith and Neuvirth are goodfriends and Smith took a pro-fessional attitude when he satlast spring during the Whalers'championship run.

"Coach (Mike Vellucci) saidit's not me, I didn't do anythingto get pulled out, it's Michalplaying really well," Smithtold the Vancouver Provinceduring the 2007 MasterCardMemorial Cup. "You've just gotto live with that. It just makesyou work harder. I'm readyto go whenever coach givesme the nod. I've got nothingagainst Michal or anything likethat."

Neuvirth has been signedby Washington and was hop-ing to start his professionalcareer within the Capitals'minor league system. But withveteran goaltenders alreadyin Washington's system atHershey in the AHL andSouth Carolina of the ECHL,Neuvirth will start the seasonwith Plymouth.

OVERAGES: In Evan Brophey,Steve Ward and Jared Boll,the Whalers had perhaps theirstrongest overage class-everlast season.

Vellucci will eventuallychoose three out of a 1987-birthday group that includesWes Cunningham, SteveWhitely, Sean O'Connor,Andrew Fournier, Joe McCannand Zack Shepley.

OHL Teams can start theseason with more than fouroverages, have to cut to fourby the middle of March and

THE WEEK AHEAD

Canton at Northville, 7 p.m.Churchill at Salem, 7 p.m.

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Canton at Troy Athens Relays, TBA

decide on three by January 10.If you're new to the OHL, you'llsee quite a bit of movementamong 1987 birthdays aroundthe league, probably right onup to the OHL's Final TradeDeadline on Jan. 10.

YOUNG VETERANS: Third-year veteran Chris Terry (66points) is the leading scorerreturning and A J Jenks, VernCooper and Kaine Geldart willsee their share of ice time. AddJoe Gaynor, Steve Lock (justover from Peterborough) andBrett Valliquette to the samelist. On defense, Carolina-draftBrett Bellemore will anchor theWhalers defense and fan-favor-ite Jozef Sladok will get moreice time along with Leo Jenner.A pleasant surprise could beJordon O'Neill, who moves thepuck well.

WHALER PUPS: Plymouth fanswill probably enjoy watch-ing Whaler rookies TaylorCarnevale, Chad Rutkowskiand RJ Mahalak up front andJosh Bemis and Tom Kane onthe blue line. Given the factthat Plymouth is a youngeroverall group this season, allfive (plus more) will see theirshare of ice time.

THE WEST DIVISION: It's fair tosay the West Division is evenlymatched, at least to start.Sarnia and Windsor have themost veteran players returning,so there is plenty of optimismin both cities.

Saginaw graduated PatrickMcNeill and Tom Pyatt andgoaltender Ryan Danielslooks to pick things up. SaultSte. Marie always works hardand overage goaltender KyleGajewski is playing for a procontract.

Salem at Luth. West Time Trials, 4 p.m.

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A 15-handicap golfer,Sasaki runs and partici-pates in the Comerica GolfLeague, which plays a sum-mer-long, once-a-weekschedule at Rackham GolfCourse.

"Growing up, there alwaysseemed to be a couple peopleon every team with bad per-sonalities that disrupted theteams' chemistry, but that'snot the case with the soc-cer team I play on now," shesaid. "We have a great groupof ladies, some of whomplayed on the first var-sity women's soccer team atMichigan State. It's a com-petitive league, but we havefun too."

Sasaki said sports and vol-unteering share a common,vital thread.

"The No. 1 thing with bothis that you need teamworkto succeed," she said. "It'stough to be successful whenyou're in it alone."

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Canton —• the girls highschool golf team that callsHilltop home — will beshooting to get closer to theWestern Lakes ActivitiesAssociation mountaintop in2OO7.

Veteran head coach Dan1 Riggs isn't sure where hisvastly improved team willfinish, but he's pretty sure itwill be higher than the Chiefs'near-the-bottom standingthis past spring.

"We're head and shouldersabove were we were last year,"said Riggs, who is starting his26th year of coaching golf atCanton. "It remains to be seenwhere we'll end up becauseour league is so strong, but weshould be improved."

Riggs said his sport's switchto the fall has far more plusesthan minuses.

"The biggest positive aboutplaying in the fall is that theweather is so much nicer," hesaid. "I can remember playingmatches in April when it wassnowing out.

"The only negative is thatthe courses are more crowd-ed, but if our girls are playinga little too slow and there arepeople behind us, we let themplay through. I love the moveto the fall."

The Chiefs will be led by aquartet of returners: juniorsKara Gregory and ChelseaOsburn, who will be the No.1 and No. 2 players, respec-tively; along with senior AmyProvost (No. 3) and juniorAlexandra Wee (No. 4).

Other key contribu-tors will include MaryElizabeth Wintler, sopho-more Breanna Hicks, seniorJoanna Alexander and juniorMichelle Nagy.

The Chiefs will open theirseason Monday at homeagainst Westland John Glenn.The first tee shot is set for 3p,m,

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Senior Patricia Burns returns to lead the Plymouth golf team this fall.

senior Patricia Burns, a four-year varsity player. The onlyother returning varsity playerfor coach Chris Moore's teamis senior Missy Gosbee.

"Missy had her best yearlast year, and we are hopingthat the scores will be evenbetter this year," said Moore.

Other returning playerswho should get an oppor-tunity to gain some var-sity experience are Liz Cizek(sophomore), Maggie Kelly(senior) and Megan Haggerty(sophomore).

Moore is also enthusiastic

PREP GOLF PREVIEWabout the play of freshmenChloe Marentic, ChristyPattison and StephanieSgambati; and sophomoreLeAnn O'Shaughnessy.

"Our overall team goal is toimprove each week," Mooreconcluded.

Plymouth will open the sea-son Sept. 7 with a duel meetagainst cross-campus rivalCanton at Hickory. Creek GolfCourse in Canton.

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Hugh Gallagher, editor. (734) 953-2149. [email protected] www.hometownlife.com

Bobbie Jones

One momentin time can beunforgettable

? generation has an event, onemoment in time that marks its unfor-

ale place in history.This blind-siding, heaxt-wrenching

event usually takes the life of a beloved fig-ure. Whether actor, activist, singer or heartthrob, no one will ever forget where theywere or what they were doing when thetragic news broke.

Crowds gather, tears flow and mobsof people are unable to wrap their mindsaround what has happened. It's called griefunspeakable and when it happens it seemslike the entire world has stood snU

..Argentina secured itsmoment in time whenit lost its precious Evita- Eva Peran-during theearity 1950s. The 1960sdelivered its own over-whelming tragedy withthe horrible assassina-tions of John F. Kennedy,Bobby Kennedy and Dr.Martin Luther King Jr.Duringthis time we were

a nation lost in grief.The world lost Elvis Presley in 1977 and

even though I was in my own little world atthe time I remember exactly where I waswhen I heard of John Lennon's passing in1980.

But, during my adult life I can't remem-ber a time that has so held a nation ofpeople captive like the event that tookplace Aug. 31,1997, in the wee hours ofthe morning. My Chicago hotel room andunplanned vacation did little to shield mefrom the unbelievable shock. In the earlymorninghours I awoke to my husbandtelling me that Lady Di, as Princess Dianawas so affectionately called, had been in acar accident on the streets of Paris.

Naturally, I thought it was bad dream,so I dismissed what my husband was say-ing and turned over to go back to sleep.The 7 a m news slapped me back into real-ity. My mouth must have hung open in dis-belief for at least two hours that morning.

During the following days and weeksafter Princess Diana's tragic death, in mystate of confusion and sorrow I grieved,as did we all. I can't remember a day thattears did not fell from my eyes duringsome point during the day. I remember raygirlfriend telling me she was the same way.There was a deep hole of despair that wecould not pull ourselves out of.

I cried for the tragic way Diana's life wastaken. And, oh how I cried for those boys,her sons who'd just lost their mother, andhow would they ever learn all the thingsshe would never teach them because nowshewasgone?

Dianahad herproblems and was calledby some lost and confused at times. But Ihave not met a human being yet who hasn'tfallen into that category at onetime oranother during their life.

After her divorce from Prince Charles,Diana seemed to have spent the remainderof her life looking for love, something shefelt was lacking in her marriage. She alsoseemed to be aball of contradictions andher love-hate relationship with the presswould prove to1» her downfall.

However, with all that aside, Dianataught the Royal family as well as theworld some needed life lessons. She taughtus about the power ofhuman touch andhow important it is. Caring and consider-ation, love and compassion - all things weseemed to be losing a grip on - she put onthe world stage for everyone to see.

It has been 10 years since Diana'suntimely demise and the one thing I can besure she taught us aU is that no royal crownor any sparkling palace hall, or any bulg-ingbag of cash could ever take the place oflove, simply loving one another.

Diana knew it all too well; this lessonshould be imbedded in our hearts forever.

Bobbie Jones is a Belleville resident and a regularcontributor to the Observer. She can be reached [email protected]

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Ducks stand by ready to be adopted and entered in the Detroit Duck Derby which will raise money for Gleaners Food Bank.

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Left to right, Debbie Blanchard, general managerfor Merri-Bowl, Phil Goodman of Community BowlingCenters, and Deborah Dillard of Gleaners hold someof the rubber ducks that will be racing to help raisemoney for Gleaners Food Bank.

The Detroit race takes place as part ofGleaners 14th annual Fall Harvest FamilyEvent, 1-3:30 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 15, at BelleIsle in Detroit.

BY LINDA ANN CHOMINSTAFF WRITER

leborah Dillard looks with trepidationat the dozens of yellow rubber ducks

rperched on a table at Merri-Bowl Lanesin Livonia. She can only imagine the work itwill require to detag 15,000 of the quackersbefore they can float down a canal nexttoBelle Isle Casino in the first ever Duck Derbyto benefit the children's programs of GleanersCommunity Food Bank of SoutheasternMichigan.

Gleaners is renting the ducks fromCincinnati after that city's race to raise fundsfor hungry residents.

Every dollar spent to adopt a duck fromGleaners buys three healthy meals for onehungry child.

The Detroit race takes place as part ofGleaners 14th annual Fall Harvest FamilyEvent, 1-3:30 p.m, Saturday, Sept 15, at BelleIsle in Detroit. The adoption fee for ducks is$5 each, or $25 for five ducks to swim, in therace plus one extra feathered friend with theGleaners logo that will be mailed to the sup-porter.

Duck Adoption forms are available atMerri-Bowl, Super Bowl in Canton and the

14 other Community Bowling Centers includ-ing^Iroy Lanes, Classic Lanes in RochesterHills and Rum Hollow Lanes in Southfi eldthrough today or by calling Dillard, Gleanersdevelopment director, at (313) 923-3535, ext260, or sending an e-mail to [email protected]. The centers just finished then- Strike OutHunger campaign to collect canned goods forGleaners.

"We thought it was important to bring infood and raise money" said Phil Goodman,community relations director for CommunityBowling Centers.

It's Dillard's goal "to have everybody inmestateofMichiganadoptaducktocure ..."hunger." Proceeds go to the children's foodprograms, which provide lunches for chil-dren during the summer and all year long.Gleaners is celebrating its 30th anniversaryof feeding hungry people this year by work-ing with more than 400 social service part-ners including churches, food pantries, theSalvation Army and Capuchin Soup Kitchen.

The Duck Derby is actually alicensed raf-fle. According to Gleaners, each duck will bemarked with a number which relates to thenumber on each raffle ticket/adoption paper.

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Dream a little dream Creativity is keyto band mates

BY LINDA ANN CHOMINSTAFF WRITER

By day, Lisa Norton works on avariety of projects to promoteAngela Hospice's end-of-life ser-

vices, but when the sun goes down,just about anything goes as the 26-year-old Livonia violinist takes to thestage with el boxeo.

Creativity is key to Norton's life,whether she's writing a press releaseabout the Livonia nonprofit's Oct. 13fund-raiser to help patients and theirfamilies, or sewing jellyfish costumesfor friends who dance in the band'sshow.

"We play mostly instrumental,"said Norton, who interned at AngelaHospice while earning a degree inEnglish and fine arts at MadonnaUniversity. "We originally had key-boards, but have gone through dif-

ferent configurations. At the end of2003, we played our first show — justthe three of us — and realized we'dfound our niche." ,

Norton began playing viola in fifthgrade in Livonia Public Schools, butdidn't switch to violin until start-ing the band in 2001. Although sheenjoyed painting during her college,days, music and sewing have becomea big part of her life. Norton, herbrother and a couple of friends havebeen talking about starting a T-shirtbusiness since she silk-screened imag-es onto clothing for the band knownfor its unique music and show. One ofthe most creative moments on stage iswhen Norton wears tap shoes to soloon a ceramic tile left over from herbathroom floor.

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Signores invite community to share evening of memoriesNDA ANN CHOMIN Signore. "There are so many ' " V ^ B ~ A "" ** , ed, modern Italian. We had The Del Signores have beenSTAFF WRITER memories. We have to do some- • ^ ^ H *"-"* - - i upscale waiters and probably good friends of Mary Lou

thing. We're going do the same . ^ ^ H i had. the mos^ important wine Andrew and her late husband. Lina Del Signore thing we did at Fonte, the same ^ ^ K t f k . ^ i n *^e a r e a " D a n ^ r o m e ^ginning ofned that closing menu. We had been there since ^ ^ H ^ ^ ***** *&%& * "* t*™k tne Pa r ty *s a m c e t^6 restaurant. Dan served onia restaurant would 1.968. We had olentv regular . i ^ H B ^ I K \ "5 §f%S idea. Peoole will have an the citv of Livonia's Planning

BY LINDA ANN CHOMINSTAFF WRITER

John and Lina Del Signorenever dreamed that closingtheir Livonia restaurant wouldleave such a void in the com-munity. One year later theycontinue to hear about howmuch customers miss FonteD'Amore which the Livoniacouple owned for nearly 40years.

On Friday, Sept. 7, the De!Signores rekindle the warmthand atmosphere of the tradi-tional Italian restaurant whileserving up delicious food attheir Laurel Manor BanquetCenter, 39OOO Schoolcraft inLivonia. The Fond MemoryEvening - Memories of FonteD'Amore begins at 6 p.m.with cocktails and a DeluxeOpen Bar. At 7 p.m. guests canonce again enjoy the special-ties of Fonte's menu at stroll-ing food stations. Tickets are$40 and must be reserved byWednesday, Sept. 5, by calling(734)462-0770.

"When we sold Fonte lastyear Betty Jean Awrey, one ofthe legendary customers, saidwe have to have an annualcelebration," said John Del

Signore. "There are so manymemories. We have to do some-thing. We're going do the samething we did at Fonte, the samemenu. We had been there since1968. We had plenty regularcustomers."

Even though Bob and BettyJean Awrey sold their Livoniabakery two years, they con-tinued to eat at Fonte until itclosed Aug. 12,2006. Over theyears Awrey had volunteeredwith organizations such as theLivonia Symphony Orchestraand knew she could alwayscount on the Del Signores'support. Angela Hospice, theKarmanos Cancer Instituteand St. Mary Mercy Hospitalwere recipients of the couple'sgenerosity.

"They participated in every-thing for the community.They've been a big supporter ofthis community and the com-munity has supported them.It was just a place to meetand greet. It was a happeningplace," said Betty Jean Awrey.

Fonte D'Amore servedauthentic traditional Italianfood which came from the oldcountry until son Luciano DelSignore updated the menu inthe late 1980s. The restaurant

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John and Lina Del Signore have boxes and boxes full of photos, newspaperclippings and other memorabilia from Fonte D'Amore, the restaurant theyclosed last year after nearly four decades in business. John Del Signore holdsa photo from earlier days, when dried grapevines decorated the dining room.

was named after the couple'shometown which meansFountain of Love. John andLina came to America shortlyafter being married in FonteDAmore some 49 years ago.Luciano grew up in the restau-

rant business and now runsBacco Ristorante in Southfield.

"It was more of an oldworld Italian restaurant whenit started in the 60s," saidLuciano Del Signore. "I reno-vated it to make it more updat-

ed, modern Italian. We hadupscale waiters and probablyhad the mos); important winelist in the area.

"I think the party is a niceidea. People will have anopportunity to see each other.If you were a client that dinedevery Friday night, there wereprobably 40 other people whodid the same."

Livonia businessman BillPhillips is looking forward tothe Sept. 7 event. He became aregular customer back in 1974after opening one of his busi-nesses in the area.

"I was looking for a placeto have lunch and went quiteoften. Lunch turned into din-ner and family events," saidBill Phillips, owner of PhillipsService Industries. "The foodwas excellent Italian food.Service was always very, verygood. We got acquainted withstaff over the years and Johnand Lina and the family. It'snot unusual for us to go totheir home or them to come toours. We've seen the kids grow.It's been a good relationship.They're very good close friends.John and I used to go huntingand fishing together and bringit back and cook it."

The Del Signores have beengood friends of Mary LouAndrew and her late husbandDan from the beginning ofthe restaurant. Dan served onthe city of Livonia's PlanningCommission.

"Our family was therefor First Communions,Confirmations, graduations,after weddings and funerals.Everything that was impor-tant in our life was there," saidMary Lou Andrew who's livedin Livonia 39 years. Andrew isplanning to attend the Sept. 7event with her daughter AnnKing and her husband Steve."The food was excellent. Theyprepared Dover sole at yourtable and it was just perfect.I want to say I'm fond of thefamily but the food was deli-cious.'1

Lina misses the customersas much as they miss her andJohn. "I cried for three weeks,"said Lina Del Signore. "I neverdreamed in my life that cus-tomers would come up and saycan you sign this menu, canyou take a picture with us. Wehave a case of memories fromcustomers, notes and photos."

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Kids wanted for scary workshops, spooky showMotor City Youth Theatre presents

Scary Workshops resulting in an AwesomeSpooky show Oct. 12-14, at GrantlandStreet Playhouse, 27555 Grantland,Livonia.

Students in all grades through 12thare welcome. No experience necessary.Workshops begin Sept. 9, and continue toOct. 11.

Students in grades K-12 will be placedaccording to age, skills and interest.

Each MCYT Scary Workshop willinclude five weeks of classes (seven ses-sions) and will be included in the finalperformance. The cost is $40 per five-week class.

Classes will be held Sept. 9,16,23,30,and Oct. 7 at the times listed. Additionalrehearsal sessions will be held 10 a.m.Saturday, Oct. 6, and 6 p.m. Thursday,

Oct. 11.For more information, visit www.mcyt.

org.Scary Stories runs 1-2 p.m. Students will

improve their acting skills while rehears-ing and performing scary dialogues, playsor skits such as The Great Pumpkin,Macbeth's Witches, Goosebumps stories,and The Tell Tale heart.

Creepy Improv follows 2:05-3:05 p.m.during which time students improve theirspeaking, acting and movement skillsthrough scary and funny theatre games.Open to beginners and experienced actors.

Spooky Songs is scheduled 3:10-4:10p.m. when students will improve theirindividual and choral skills while theylearn, rehearse, and perform spooky songssuch as The Addams Family and MonsterMash.

Spooky dances rounds out the offerings4:15-5:15 p.m. Students will improve theirgroup and/or individual spooky danceskills with songs such as Thriller andMonster Mash.

Motor City Youth Theatre is also look-ing for terrific dancers, singers and actorsfor its fall production of CATS which takesplace 6 p.m. Sept. 9-10. All grades throughHigh School. Exceptions maybe made forGrizzabella and Old Deuteronomy.

Grantland Street Players is lookingfor adult actors, singers and dancers forits fall production of Silk Swords - TheWhisperers, a supernatural, psychologicalthriller being performed 6 p.m. Friday-Saturday, Sept. 3-4

All auditions, rehearsals and perfor-mances will be held at Grantland StreetPlayhouse.

Area collegeauditions forHenry Ford Community

College will hold auditions forits' fall production of HarperLee's To Kill a Mockingbird7-9 p.m. Tuesday-Wednesday,Aug. 28-29, in the AdrayAuditorium of the MackenzieFine Arts Bldg. of theDearborn campus at 5101Evergreen Road.

The production, directedby Judith Fletcher, runs fromFriday, Nov. 23 to Sunday,Dec. 2, and includes 5 mati-nee performances for middle

to holdMockingbirdand high school students.

Since the play is a collegeTheatre Division produc-tion, course enrollment isrequired.

Bring resume and photo(desired, not required).Attend either or both eve-nings. Auditions will consistof cold readings from thescript.

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driven rock band. The groupdoesn't even have a lead guitar,only Norton on electrified vio-lin, her brother Zach on bassand former Churchill Highschoolmate Danny Sperry ondrums.

Originally, the band wasstarted with friends JennyGuraina and Lars Hedelin,a Swedish exchange student.Gumina left in 2003, as didHedelin, who designed thecover for el boxeo's Awake& Dreaming CD released in2006.

Today, Gumina works withNorton at Angela Hospice pro-cessing donations. Norton saysshe enjoys her day job becauseshe feels she's helping people.

Founded in 1985, AngelaHospice served 1,359 patientslast year, from young childrento seniors.

"The band is a natural withall of us being friends and all ofus being interested in music,"Norton said. "We realize we'renot really a commercial sound,but it would be great to docommercial soundtracks. Mostof it for us is just having fun.We'd like to be able to tour."

Last summer, el boxeo trav-eled west for 3'/2 weeks to play

in clubs, bars, art galleriesand house shows in Texas,California and Washingtonstate.

"In rural areas where there'snot a lot of venues, people bookshows in their house. It mightbe in a house, but they haveshows every week," Nortonsaid. "We're like a party band.There's so much energy that myfavorite place to play is houseshows. There's so much energyin smaller venues. (Financially)we usually break even on tour.You stay with people you meet.You're getting to see the wholecountry through a van window.It's the complete absence ofstress to just go and play music.It's an amazing lifestyle."

Zach Norton and Sperryenjoy touring so much theytook off this summer to playwith Child Bite after perform-ing at the Blind Pig in AnnArbor and Elbow Room inYpsilanti in late June with elboxeo.

Both Wayne State Universitystudents return Mondayfrom engagements in Boston,New York City, Philadelphia,Georgia and Tennessee. WhileZach, the group's 24-year-oldbass player, enjoys the rowdierpunk music of Child Bite, elboxeo's post-rock can soundlike country or heavy metal.

Zach originally came up withthe band's name after seeing aposter about the sport of box-ing in his Spanish classroom.He says the two bands "satisfydifferent creative needs."

"I thought it was nice, but it'ssort of an annoying band namebecause you have to tell peoplehow to spell and pronounce it,"said Zach Norton, who's major-ing in public relations andwould eventually like to workin "the nonprofit sector likehis big sis" or in journalism.Norton has been involved withthe Wayne State newspaperThe South End and believes"newspapers are a vital insti-tution in the world today andserve an important purpose."

In the meantime, Zach andthe rest of el boxeo plan tospend the month of Septemberwriting songs for their new CDwith Suburban Sprawl Music,an independent record labeland musical collective startedin 1999 in Livonia.

"We don't have any loftygoals," Zach said. "It would benice to have the band togetherand keep making cool music,keep making interesting butstill accessible music."

Lisa Norton says many oftheir creative ideas come fromSperry, who's studying graphicdesign and print making at

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Prior to the race, one in every3,333 ducks will be selected and

their number kept in a secureenvelope. After the ducks crossthe finish line, race officials willdetermine whether the duck is oneof the preselected million-dollarwinning ducks. If not, the million-dollar prize will not be awarded.

The race begins at 2:30 pjn."We need sponsors for prize

inoney," Dillard said. "Chrysler hasdonated $30,000. Horine Mark ofWeight Watchers is one of our sup-porters. We still need volunteers todetag the ducks. After the race, weneed volunteers to scoop them out.We have to account for each duck."

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Wayne State. The 23-year-old Detroit drummer plansto eventually earn a master'sdegree in fine arts.

"I've always really beeninto music. I started playingbass guitar, then saved upand bought a drum set andthat clicked. I've been playingdrums since seventh grade,"Sperry said. "I usually describeel boxeo's music as high-energyinstrumental music. It's the

instrumentation that sets usapart. I'm not sure of manyother bands that consist ofdrums, bass and violin."

Lisa Norton says onstage shehas to laugh to herself.

"It's kind of this chaos to meand somehow it all works," shesaid.

el boxeo's Awake &Dreaming CD is available inindependent records stores, attheir shows and the Web site

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"One side the music is awake,the other dreaming," Nortonsaid. "The awake side is bare-bone and alive like on ourshows. Dreaming is where wegot to experiment more. Onthe Web site, we have people inJapan order our CD. That goeswith the dream part of it."

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ENGAGEMENTS WEDDINGSRaetz-Maurer

Jessica Lynn Raetz andJeremy Allen Maurer wereunited in marriage on June 9,2007, by Rev. Dr. Mark Jensenat North CongregationalChurch in Farmington Hills.

The bride is the daughterof Thomas and Leslie Raetzof Livonia. She graduatedfrom Livonia Stevenson. HighSchool and Central MichiganUniversity, and is employedas an advertising senioraccount executive with MorochPartners in Novi,

The groom is the son ofJames and Emily Maurer ofBirch Run, Mich. He gradu-

ated from Frankenmuth HighSchool and Central MichiganUniversity, and is a sales senioraccount executive at GeneralElectric in Troy.

The bride was attended byMaid of Honor Melissa Raetz,and Erin Schlappi and ChericeWatts.

The groom was attended byBest Man Kevin Rosinski, andMichael Gregory and MatthewKosal.

A reception was held at theDetroit Yacht Club on BelleIsle. 200 people attended.

The couple honeymoonedin St. Lucia. They are makingtheir home in West Bloomfield.

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Sullivan-KieferPatrick and Ellen Sullivan of

Livonia announce the engage-ment of their daughter, EllenJean Sullivan, to ZacharyKiefer of Hazel Park.

.The bride-to-be is a 1997graduate of Livonia StevensonHigh School and a 2001graduate of Western MichiganUniversity with a degreein occupational therapy.She is employed by ExcelRehabilitation in Waterford.

The prospective groom isthe son of Kenneth and DeniseKiefer of Lake Orion. He is a1996 graduate of Lake OrionHigh School and a 2000graduate of Allegheny Collegein Pennsylvania. He receiveda master's degree from

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BY JAY M. GROSSMAN

STAFF WRITER

With a flick of the switch,Heidi Baker promises to spiceup your romance.

All it takes is the installationof a dimmer switch in the bed-room — a project the averageJane could probably do in lessthan 15 minutes.

"Mood lighting is a must tocreating a romantic bedroom,so a dimmer switch is critical,"said Baker, author of Be Jane'sGuide to Home Empowerment.

The do-it-yourself homeimprovement author offers tipsfor a variety of projects, fromchanging toilet seats to addingnew counter tops. Her bookis aimed at women, especiallyyoung singles, who are about toenter the home market.

She'll share some of herremodeling tips, along withpersonal tales about life inthe toolbox, during a book-signing appearance at theBaldwin Public Library, 7 p.m.Thursday, Aug. 30. The libraryis located at 300 W. Merrill.Street and the presentation isfree to the public.

Baker, 38, grew up inBirmingham and was attend-ing Groves High School when

Authors Heidi Baker, left, and EdenJarrin wrote a do-it-yourself homeimprovement book for women.

her family moved to California.She began learning about homeimprovements after purchasingan 1,800 square-foot condo-minium in Los Angeles.

"Like most people, I washouse rich and cash poor,"she said. "The condo neededchanges and I didn't havemoney to make the improve-ments, so step-by-step Ilearned on my own."

It wasn't easy. Baker saidmost of the hardware storeclerks called her "sweetheart"

and tried talking her into hir-ing a professional when it cameto remodeling projects. Sheignored the advice and keptplugging along.

By the time she finished,friends were already asking herfor advice on everyday homeimprovement projects.

"Most people feel silly whenyou ask someone at a store toexplain the difference betweena pair of pliers and a wrench,"she said. "We wanted to createa book that would take thosegorgeous pictures you'd see ina magazine and then show youhow you can transform a roominto one of those pictures."

The book breaks a house upinto five separate rooms:

• A cookable kitchen.• A family room for families.• A romantic bedroom.• A spa-licious bathroom.• A dining room for special

occasions.Baker co-authored the book

with Eden Jarrin, a close friendwho shares her gung-ho atti-tude toward new kitchen cabi-nets. The two also run a Website called bejane.com and pro-duce an online television show.

They certainly found a nicheto cultivate. Baker said mort-gage lending companies like

Jacobs-MessinaVincent Messina and

Christine Jacobs will be mar-ried Dec. 22,2007, at St. JohnsCenter in Plymouth, Michigan.

Vince is the son of Frank andMarlene Messina of Monroe.He is a 1987 Graduate ofPlymouth Salem High Schooland a 1992 Graduate ofWestern Michigan University.Vince is the President ofMessina Concrete, Inc.

Christine is the daughter ofDiane Carriero and Richard& Gail Urchyk. She is a 1989graduate of Lapeer East HighSchool and a 1993 graduateof the University of Michigan.Chris is a real estate investor.

The couple, along with Chris'

daughter, Avery, will mattheir home in Plymouth for ahoneymoon in Hawaii.

e-mail- [email protected]

TIMOTHY O. BRENNANAge 83. Passed away at hishome in Livonia on August23,2007. Tim will be greatlymissed by his beloved wife

of 57 years, Donna, his five daughters,Kathleen Schoenrock, Mary Brennan,Maureen Cvach, Laura Jahn andTheresa Wallis, their spouses and histhirteen grandchildren. A World War IIVeteran, Tim obtained degrees fromthe University of Detroit and WayneState University. He worked as ateacher and administrator for theDetroit Public Schools, and later as anAssistant Professor of Economics atMadonna University. He was an avidathlete and played golf and soflballinto his eighties. Visitation Saturday 5-9 pm and Sunday 1 -9pm at the R.G. &G.R. Harris Funeral Home, 15451Farmington Rd., Livonia. FuneralMass Monday, August 27, 2007,10:30am (instate 10am) at St. AidanCatholic Church, 17500 FarmingtonRd., Livonia. In lieu of flowers, con-tributions can be made to the CapuchinSoup Kitchen in Detroit or a charity ofyour choice. Please sign Tim's onlineguest book at: www.rggrharris.com

RAMEY BURGESSAge 75. Died August 23, 2007. BurialRomulus Cemetery. Uht FuneralHome, Westland

CLAIRE R. HASKEDied August 17, 2007 at the age of 93.She was bora in Detroit, MichiganJanuary 21, 1914, the daughter ofJoseph and Philomena Permen. TheMiller Family Park in PlymouthTownship was made possible by thedonation of land in 1998 by Claire inloving memory of Peter, Adele andKeith Miller. Pete called her theproverbial care-giver. She retired as aL.P.N. at Clinton Memorial Hospital inSt. Johns. After she retired, Plymouthwas her home away from home as she

. traveled from St. Johns to Plymouth ingood and bad weather to care for Peteand Adele in their final illnesses. Shealso fulfilled a promise she made toAdele to help Pete with the raspber-ries-a promise that she kept for 14years. Long-time Plymputh area resi-dents will remember the raspberrystand on Ann Arbor Trail that wasoperated until Peter's death in 1996.The donation of the raspberry land forthe park was another promise fulfilledto Pete and Adele. The park was dedi-cated in July 2001. At fee dedication ofthe park, Claire's daughter Judy spokeon behalf of the family in saying mysisters and I are very proud of ourmother for her strong devotion to ouraunt and uncle during their illenssesand for her donation of the property forthe park. Thanks mom for teaching usto have heart and for the importance ofa giving spirit. Claire is survived bythree daughters, Gail (James) Nutter ofPerry, Susan (Michael) Greiter ofEdmonton, Alberta, Canada and Judith(James) Judd of Shawano, WI, fivegrandchildren and seven great-grand-children. She was predeceased by herhusband, Herman, and five brothersand sisters, including Adele Miller

Arrangements by theOsgood Funeral Home; St. Johns

MILTON GERALDKITCHEN

Age 75, died August 21,2007 at home or complica-tions of Parkinson's disease.

. He was born September 4,1931 to Charles and Agnes Kitchen inDetroit, ML' Milt was a success in thework place and the home. He wasPresident and Treasurer of DMKitchen Building Company which hefounded with his late brother Donaldin 1964. Of. all his numerous accom-plishments Milt was most proud ofhis family. He is survived by his wifeJanet and five daughters: Susan VanDyck (James), Karen KitchenChauncey (James), Susan Byrum(Lee), Kim Kitchen Pearcy (Rick) andLinda Tnurber (Cleveland); 12 grand-children and one great-grandchild.Milt is also survived by his sister LoisJoyce. He is predeceased by his broth-ers Donald C. Kitchen and Maurice E.Kitchen. Milt graduated from RedfordHigh School in 1949. He served in theU.S. Navy from 1951-1955. He was aTrustee at Kirk in the HillsPresbyterian Church and a member ofthe Economic Club of Detroit. Miltwas also a member of the Associationof General Contractors of Americaand the Construction Association ofMichigan. A memorial service will beheld Monday, August 27, 2007 at10:30 a.m. at Kirk in the Hills,Bloomfield Hills, MI. In lieu of flow-ers, donations may be made tot heMichigan Parkinson's Foundation,Kirk in the Hills or Angela Hospice.

Lance-LarsonMichael and Cheryl Lance

of Westland announce theengagement of their daughter,Erin Ah'ssa Lance of DavidAaron Larson of Redford, sonof Patricia Krantz and PaulLarson.

The bride-to-be is a gradu-ate of Livonia Franklin HighSchool and Eastern MichiganUniversity. She is employed asa kindergarten teacher.

The future groom is agraduate of Redford ThurstonHigh School and HenryFord Community College.He is employed by MAHLEPowertrain.

An Oct. 27,2007, wed-

Fedrigo-ChevaiierLaura Fedrigo and Gregory

Chevalier will be marriedOct. 12,2007, at the CallawayGardens in Atlanta, Ga.

The bride-to-be is thedaughter of Larry Fedrigo ofNovi and Denise Fedrigo ofLivonia. She is a 1995 gradu-ate of Livonia Stevenson HighSchool. She was an under-graduate at the University ofMichigan and attended gradu-ate school at Central MichiganUniversity, She is employedin marketing for the AtlantaSilverbacks of the ProfessionalSoccer Association.

The prospective groom wasborn in Troy, Mich., and grewup in New York. He is a gradu-ate of the University of Albany.

ding is planned for St. PasiEvangelical Lutheran Cfoilin New Boston followed b,reception at Warren VallfGolf and Banquet Center.couple will honeymoon in

Brown-HardinErin Nicole Brown and

David Matthew Hardin weremarried July 14, 2007, inHawaii.

The bride is the daughterof Richard and {CatherineBrown of Livonia. She Is a 1999graduate of Franklin HighSchool and a 2004 gradua teof College for Creative Studies .She is employed as a p r o d u c -tion designer at Click M e d i a inCalifornia.

The groom is the son ofWendy Hardin of St. ClairShores and Bill and PamHardin of Canton. He is a 2,000graduate of Grosse PointeNorth and a 2OO4 gradua te o fCollege for Creative Studies .He is a senior animator a t S o n yPictures in California.

The bride was attended b y ..maids of honor, twin sisterErica Brown and older s i s t e rKatie Brown, and a t t e n d a n t s ,friend Leslie Mason andgroom's sister Jenny H a r d i n .

The groom was attended frybestman, brother Steve H a r d i nand attendants Justin Bo t t ,Avedis Ekmekjian, Garret tKelley, George Kokos a n dJason Parent.

The Rev. Rosemary Hil l o f f i -ciated.

A reception was held a t t r i eHawthorne valley CountryClub. The couple honey-mooned on a cruise around t h eHawaiian Islands.

They are making their h o m ein California.

He is a former professionalsoccer player and is curreriipersonal trainer.

ANNIVERSARY

Deadlines:Friday 4:15 PM for Sunday

Wednesday 9:45 AM for Thursday

W U I I I I I H IDUCIVDU aiwf mese asaotineswill be placed In the next available Issue.

JOHN S. VAN ALSTYNE IIIAge 70, departed this world on August23, 2007. He leaves behind his wifeSuzanne (Friend); daughter Linda andhusband Brett Gabbard and two grand-children; daughter Laura and husbandMike Kirchner; son John and wifeMichelle and three grandsons. A serv-ice will be held at Stone Funeral Homein Petoskey, Michigan on Tuesday,August 28th at 12:00pm. Internmentwill be in the family plot at WoodlawnCemetery in Detroit. Donations inlieu of flowers may be made toHospice of Little Traverse Bay or theLittle Traverse Bay Humane Society.

OBITUARYPOLICY

The first five "billed" lines of anobituary are published at no cost.All additional lines will becharged at $4 per line. You mayplace a picture of your loved onefor an additional cost of only $6.Symbolic emblems may beincluded at no cost (example:American Flags, religioussymbols, etc.}

e-mail your obit to

[email protected], or fax to:

Attn: Obits c/o Gharolette Wilson734-953-2232

For more information call:Charolette Wilson

734-953-2070or Liz Keiser734-953-2067

ortolffre$866-818-7653

ask for Char or Uz

Westerburs celebrate 60th anniversaryMelvin and Irene (Kevelighan) Westerbur of Canton, Mich,

were married on Aug. 15,1947, in Detroit. They have since liveland worked in the Metro Detroit area.

They raised three children: Joyce (Tony) Davis, Ted (Pat)Westerbur, Nancy (Tom) Palmer.

Mel and Irene have four grandchildren: Derek (Sunny)Westerbur, Ross Westerbur, Andrew Palmer, Bethany Palmer.They also have six great grandchildren: Alec, Adam, Aaron andAidan Westerbur, McKenna and Brenna Wallentme.

Ott-OavisBrian Ott and Robin Marie

Davis were wed May 19, 2O0J, 'at Our Lady of the Mos t HoljRosary Catholic Church wit}the Rev. Philip Racco.

The bride is the daugh te rof Rob and Mary Davis ofOakwood Village, Ohio. Shehas a bachelor's degree fromUrsuline College in Clevelandand a master's degree fromCleveland State University.She is employed by AdoptionNetwork in Cleveland.

The groom is the son ofMark and Janet Ott of Cantia.He is a graduate of CaseWestern Reserve University^Cleveland. He is employed laPsyMax Solutions in Clevelaid.

The bride was a t tended bjKelly Davis, maid of honor adsister-in-law; bridesmaids,Brittany Williams, D ianeMallin, Nicole Monastero,Anuradha Bhama and LauuOtt. Katie Kessler was t h eflower girl.

The groom was a t t ended \yRavi Chekka, best m a n andgroomsmen, William Stewart,Jason Law, Brian Kubit, AdimRussell and Richard Davis.

A reception was he ld at tieCleveland Zoo Pr imate an<3Aquatics Building. T h e couplewill honeymoon at "Walt DisneyWorld. They will m a k e theiihome in Mayfield Hts . , Ohio-

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The 30th Anniversary Hearts of LivoniaBoard of Directors

want to

The City of Livonia, it's business leaders,volunteers, corporate sponsors and

these fine eating establishmentsfor the support of their recent golf outing

€ l Manor

Fleming's

For 30 years, theHearts of Livonia

has raised over $2 million dollarsin support of the

cardiac emergency equipment for theEmergency Center at

St. Mary Mercy Hospitaland more recently,

their Cancer Center.

In addition, they have supportedAngela Hospice,

various scholarshipsand

many other local charities.

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Help Wanted-General

ACCOUNTANTTo handle companiesaccounting. BA in accountingIs required. 26111 TelegraphSouthfieid Ml 48034

ACCOUNTINGController/Bookkeeper

Experienced, MBAorCPATrades & Contracting

Hartland & NW Detroit,Fax to: (313) 535-4403 [email protected]

AUTO BODYj&J Collision seeking quali-fied Office Manager to runauto body shop. Mechanicalcertification & CCO estimatinga plus. 313-278-0615

AUTO BODYPORTER

Fischer Body Refinishing ofFarmington Hills is seeking aM l time porter. Must havegood driving record. We offerHealth, Dental, Life, Disabilityand 401K. Apply within:

34600 Grand River Ave.(between Farmington &Drake). 248-442-3545

AUTO BODYTECHNICIAN

Our growing shop is lookingfor art experienced body tech-nician. Must be state certified.We offer excellent pay, med-ical, dental, life, disability, and401K. Apply within at: FischerBody Refinishing ofFarmington Hills, 34600 GrandRiver Ave. Call 248-442-3545.

Auto DealershipBODY SHOP

PORTERMust be neat clean, and reli-able. Good driving record anddrug free. Experience pre-ferred. Apply in person

John Rogln Bufck30500 Plymouth Road

Livonia, Michigan 48150

AUTO PORTERFul! time. Benefits.

Vaiid driver's license required.Must pass drug screen.

Apply in person.BILL BROWN FORD

Used Cars35000 Plymouth Rd. at

Wayne Rd., Livonia(734) 522-0030

AUTO SALESPERSON (M/F)No prior sales experience nec-essary. We offer training, afun environment and excellentincome potential. Fax resumeto Eugene at 734-946-0084 or

Call 734-946-0011

AUTOMATIC SCREWMACHINE

ISO certified precisionmachine company has anopening in it's Canton facility.Seeking an individual with exp.on Davenports. We offer acompetitive wage,medical/dentai benefits, over-time, 401K, bonus. Please faxyour resume to: 734-414-7QG6

AutomotiveCHECK IN PORTER

Fulltime only applyBILL BROWN FORD

32222 Plymouth Rd.See Jim DavisNo phone calls

CAREGIVERSPT. CNA & Exp preferred.Plymouth, Canton &Westland. Call ComfortKeepers 734-771-7404

CARPET CLEANERWill train. Must be bondable,have exc. driving record. CallMike, 248-474-5444.

CARPET CLEANINGTECH

Exp'd only. Pay based on exp.Please Call 734-788-2230CASHIER/ RECEPTIONIST

Do you naturally smile andenjoy working with people.We have a part time positionopen immediately on Mondayand Thursdays 12:00 to 9:00PM and Saturdays 8:00 am to2:00pm. In our Saturn ofFarmington Hiils Dealership.

Please send resume to:Saturn of Plymouth

Attn: Donna McKinney9301 Massay DrivePlymouth Ml 48170Fax # 734-453-7902

Or email:[email protected] telephone calls please.Pay based on experience.

CLERICAL,KITCHEN & DINING

Private dining facility inBloomfield Hills has part-timepositions in the kitchen & din-ing room; part-time clerica!position wjtfi 2-3 yrs. com-puter experience required.Fax resume: 248-644-7306

by Fri., Aug. 31, 2007

CNC OPERATORSMaster Automatic, a precisionmachining company, is seek-ing a CNC Set-Up Operators.Potential candidates musthave CNC Lathe experiencewith Siemans and Fanuc con-trollers. Afternoon shift avail.

Please complete applicationor send resume to: Master

Automatic, Inc.40485 Schooicraft Rd.Plymouth, Mi 48170Fax: 734-459-4598 "

Attn: Human [email protected] REPAIR TECH

Exp. Certified, !-Car Trainedindividual. Sfiop In Farming-ton Hiils. Salary commensu-rate with exp. 248-553-7111

COUNTER POSITIONSAVAILABLE

Part time, 3-7pm. Mon.-Fri.,and weekends. Ideal for stu-dents. Cali 734-591-6166

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CUSTOMER SERVICEWorking in our Plymouthoffice. Good organizationalskills, basic computer.Fulltime only. Call 734-781-4020 Breeze Freeze Iric.

DIRECT CARE WORKERPart-time possible full-time.

Start at $7.46/hr.(734) 394-5620

DIRECT CARE WORKERWestland & Canton Group

Homes, afternoon & midnight,Competitive wages/benefits.

734-397-6955

DRIVER W/EXPERIENCEfor Retail Furniture Delivery

WANTED IMMEDIATELY!2-3 years experience mandato-ry. Pay determined by experi-ence, plus get company paidmedicai for you and your fami-ly, 401N with a company matchand furniture discounts.Qualifications Include: Highschool diploma, Michigan dri-ver's license with chauffeur orCDL-B endorsement, and theability to lift heavy objects.Apply in person at theGardner-White warehouselocated at 21001 Groesbeck,just north of 8 Mile Road.Enter through the CustomerPick-Up entrance.

Ask for Doug.

DriversGREAT PART TIME JOBI

We need responsible deliverydrivers who are good withdirections. Must have owntransportation. We offer greatPT hours. Please apply at29425 Six Mile Rd., Livonia

Mon-Thurs 2p-4p or4897 Rochester Rd., Troy.Mon-Thurs, 9:30a-11:30a.

No phone calls pleaseEDUCATION: LOVE WORKINGWITH KIDS? Teach art afterschool part-time, materials Scurriculum provided $18-$20/class. (248)828-7018

FACTORY WORKLocal manufacturing companyis seeking an individual withpast factory experience inpacking and assembly ofsmall parts. High schooldegree or 6ED required. Thiposition will be entry level andwill start at $8.50/ hr. withbenefits within 90 days.Please send resume to:

PO Box 607Wayne, Ml 48184

FLEET MECHANICCity of Birmingham

The City of Birmingham isseeking qualified applicants forthe position of Fuli-Time FleetMechanic. Duties require a fullrange of preventative & sched-uled maintenance activities onCity vehicles & equipment.Diagnose & make equipmentrepairs. Requirements: H.S.Diploma or GED; supplement-ed by tech, training in vehicle,& equipment repair, Min.2yrsexp. in light & heavy equip-ment, automotive or equip-ment training courses may besubstituted for a portion ofexperience requirementWelding & Metal fabricationexp. preferred. Salary startingat $19.61 per hr + benefits.Must possess: Michigan CDLw/A or B & N tanker endorse-ment, State of Michigan certi-fied Automotive and HeavyDuty Truck Cert, and /orNational Institute forAutomotive Service Excellence(ASE). Master Automotive &Master Heavy Duty TruckCerts, preferred.

Applications will be acceptedat the H.R.dept., 151 Martin,Birmingham, Mi 48012,through 5:00 P.M. Friday,September 14, 2007.Applications are available atthe Human ResourcesDepartment, or online at:

www.ci.birmingham.mi.usThe City of Birmingham is anequal opportunity employerseeking qualified minority andwhite applicants, wi thoutregard to race or other pro-tected status.

GENERALPACKAGING

$7.15 -$9 .00 per hourCali Phoenix Personnel734-284-2121 EEGC

General Services

Fox Run, an EricksanRetirement Community, oneof the nation's leaders !n thedevelopment and manage-ment of full-service retire-ment communities, currentlyhas opportunities available inthe following departments:

• Housekeeping• Maintenance

• Security-EMT preferred• Transportatlon-

CDL preferredTo apply,

please visit our website:www.erickson.com

select "Careers," keywordsearch: "Fox Run"

o.r fax your resume to:248-668-8710, attention:

HR/ General Services.EOE

Grocery Stockers

Overnight and Day Shifts.Must be able to perform

efficiently fn a demanding,fast paced, productionoriented environment.Confidentially reply to:

PO Box 2775Farmington Hills, Ml 48333

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HAIR SALON RECEPTIONISTFull time, 30-32 hrs.Farmington Hills. Hair Stylistpositions also available.

248-626-8020HAIRDRESSERS

• SHARP LOOKS SALON •W/ clientele. Low commis-sion, cheap rent. Room forrent also available. Pieasecontact Sue, 248-932-5950

HAIRSTYLISTSNew salon in Livonia. Full/part-time, Guaranteed wage, bene-fits. Cindy: 248-919-1180

HIRING LOCAL DRIVERGood pay & benefits. CDL-Aw/2 years exp. needed.

Apply: www.bwpt.net

Housekeeping/Leasing

Plymouth apartmentcommunity seekinghighly energetic Individ-ual with a great person-ality to join the house-keeping/leasing team.Duties include cleaningvacant suites, commonhallways & general officehelp. Health benefitsafter 90 days.Opportunity for advance-ment.

Call 734-453-7144

HOUSEKEEPPERMulti-family apartment com-munity located in. RochesterHills area seeks part-timeHousekeeping. Experience pre-ferred, must have reliabletransportation. Competitivesalary. Mail or fax resume to:Cllffv-iew Apts. Attn. Ken, 1691

Cllffview DriveRochester Hills 48306.

Fax (248) 651-6066. EOH/EHOHVAC TECH

Long Mechanical is THE placeto practice your heating &cooling craft. We treat ourcustomers like royalty, & wetreat our employees the same.Minimim 5 yrs. exp. Faxresume: 248-349-3869INSTRUCTORS Needed to helpin pre-school, cheerleading &gymnastic classes. Will train.Flexible hours. Full/part timeposition. Call 734-981-9900 '

JANITORP/T. Early morning hours. CallLaurel Manor, (734) 462-0770, ask for Linda.

JANITORIALTelegraph / Square Lake area.Part time, early evenings.Must be reliable & have owntransportation. $8/hr. to start.

(313) 383-4840KENNEL HELP

Full-Time. 1 yr. exp needed.Benefits, retirement package.

Apply at: 79 Waldon Rd.orionkennelclub.com

LABORERSTo work in the seismic indus-try. No exp necessary. Pre-empioyment drug screenrequired. Out of state travelrequired. Cali: 248-446-9533

LAWN MAINTENANCE &LANDSCAPE KELP NEEDED

Valid driver's licensenecessary. (248) 548-5570

LEASING AGENTFor apts. in Clearwater, FL.

Close to beaches. Must haveexperience. Fax resume:

850-576-3664

MACHINE OPERATORCNC machine shop inWestland is looking for CNCLathe Operators for after-noon/ night shift only.Experience helpful. Great ben-efits and overtime, Email:

[email protected]: 734-326-2506

No Phone Calls

MACHINISTBridgeport & Surface GrinderHand. Gage experience. Full &

Part-Time. Commerce Twp.(248) 360-3762

MAINTENANCE/ HVACFlorida, close to beaches,hunting, fishing. Live in &

work at apt complex. FT. Faxresume: 850-576-3664

MAINTENANCE SPECIALISTFult-time with benefits atFarmington YMCA. Preven-tative maintenance & repairs,prior work exp. required.Ed Williams: 313-267-5300

MANAGEMENTTRAINEE

Needed to learn the businessand take over the supervisionof forty+ skilled workers whopackage and move fine furni-ture and other uncrated highvalue products. Applicantneeds to be very customer ori-ented, congenial .and firm withemployees and have goodeconomic sense about effi-cient utilization of labor.We are a large multi-statemoving & storage companyheadquartered in SuburbanDetroit,

looking for managers whowant to grow with a familyowned, expanding company.To apply for this opportunity,send resume to:

[email protected]

MANAGERFood processing plant needsexp., sharp, production man-ager. Attractive salary & bene-fits. Fax resume:248-348-1848

MANAGERNeeded for large housingcommunity in Northville. 2years prior condo/co-opcommunity manager expe-rience needed along withexcellent writing skills,supervision, reporting, andbudget compliance. Con-struction knowledge help-ful. Send introduction letterand qualifications to:

[email protected] fax 248.553.4570 EOE

For TheMost

CompleteRental

Listing Inthe DetroitArea...LookNO Further!

ManufacturingTier II automotive coatingsupplier, fast paced envi-ronment, currently accept-ing applications/resumesfor the following position:

Working Line Leader1st & 2nd Shifts

Essential duties & respon-sibilities Include the follow-ing. Run production line(7-8 associate team) withlimited supervisionTrain/Cross Train all teammembers for totai efficien-cy. Adjustment of manpow-er to schedule require-ments Insure all productsare processed according tocustomer requirements

All applicants may submitresume to the following: •

The Crown Group Attn: HR31774 Enterprise Drive

Livonia Ml 48150FAX: (734) 421-8370

[email protected]

MATERIAL HANDLER/CUSTOMER SERVICE

Auburn HillsAll Shifts

We are a rapidly growingdivision of WescoInternational (NYSE} anda leader in outsourceprograms with Fortune250 companies for MR0materials and inventorymanagement services.We need experiencedmaterial handlers whoare organized, detail-ori-ented, able to lift 50 lbs.,and have effective peopleskills, to start a new pro-gram in Auburn Hills.Responsibilities includereceiving and dispatchingmaterials, cycle counts,order pulling, and cus-tomer service. We offeran attractive salary andfull benefits including aMatch 401k Plan.Please send you resumeand salary history to:

Human ResourcesBRUCKNER SUPPLY CO.

36 Harbor Park DrivePort Washington, NY

11050Fax: 516-953-1533

or email to:Careers®

BrucknerSupply.com

MECHANICALTECHNICIAN/

COILERAssociated Spring is seek-ing a dynamic MechanicalTechnfclan/Coilerto join ItsNational Sales/ProductDevelopment Center (PDC).The Mechanical Technician/Coiler will be responsiblefor fabricating a wideassortment of spring prod-ucts for development.Provide technical support,training, and problem solv-ing for Associated SpringOperating Divisions. If youare a high-energy, motivat-ed individual who thrives in•a fast-paced environment,you are encouraged to sub-mit your name for furtherconsideration.

Core Responsibilities:Review design sheet beforeinitiating the production.Produce springs meetingdesign sheet requirements.Setup and operate springcoilers (CNC & Mechani-cal), grinders, shot blast,heat set/quench, furnacesand related equipment.Perform preventative main-tenance on equipmentnoted above. Modify tool-Ing as required. MaintainRaw Material Log. MaintainProcess Control Sheets.

Qualifications:Computer literacy (Word,Excel, Outlook, Email).Capable of reading andinterpreting blueprints anddesign sheets. 5+ yrs. exp.Must have basic fabricationskills. Must ha$e basicknowledge of spring funda-mentals and design. Springmaking experience desired.

Education Requirements:High School graduate.Some college/technicalschool work preferred

Piease forward resume:

Attn: Human Resources15150 Cleat St.

Plymouth Ml 48170or email:

[email protected]

• Oil ChangeTechnicians •

10 Minute Oil Change experi-ence or will train. Full &/orpart-time. Apply in person:34680 W. 8 Mile Rd.,Farmington Hills. Vi mile W. ofFarmington Rd. 248-476-1313

PAINTER NEEDEDMust have Experience.Residential/Commercial.

Call Kevin: 313-815-7726PAINTERS & LABORERS

Painters must have 5 yrs exp.for Commercial Paint Co. Musthave valid drivers license &vehicle. Background & drugscreen req, 734-266-1500PORTER/MECHANIC HELPERSome mechanical aptitude &knowledge of minor autorepair. For auto dealership.Must be reliable and havevalid driver's license. CallEugene at 734-946-0011 foran immediate interview or faxresume to 734-946-0084

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PRODUCTIONPERSONNEL

Manufacturing f i rm seeksProduction Personnel. Lightindustrial environment, excel-lent benefits, tuit ion reim-bursement. Appiy in pefson at19414 Gerald St., Northville.

For questions please call248-449-3620 EOE.

OPERATIONS MANAGER

The Metro Group, a premiereground transportation compa-ny located near DetroitMetropolitan Airport, is seek-ing a dynamic, detail orientedand highly motivated individ-ual for an operations managerposition. We seek a hands-on,experienced professional toassist In directing one of ourlargest and busiest transporta-tion divisions. Ideal candidatewill have extensive knowledgeof the transportation industry,with preference given to expe-rience in large shuttle opera-tions, i.e. municipal, airport,etc. Working knowledge ofIndustry specific routing soft-ware, scheduling, budgeting,and MS office (Excel) are aplus. Excellent communica-tion and interpersonal skillsare necessary, Including theability to work with all levels ofemployees in a fast pacedenvironment. The successfulcandidate must have at least 5years of experience. TheMetro Group offers a competi-tive compensation and bene-fits package including a 401 (k)plan. Interested candidatesshouid forward resume withsalary requirements to(734)946-7417 or mail to:

Attn: HR Dept./Operatlons24957 Brest RoadTaylor, Ml 48180

Fax: 734-946-7417EOE

QUALITY ENGINEERTier 1 Automotive supplier,has an immediate opening foran Internal Quality Engineer.An idea! candidate will pos-sess excellent communicationskills and advanced skills inproblem solving manufactur-ing processes along withstrong Quality leadershipexperience. Prefer automo-tive manufacturing experienceand a bachelor degree with 3-5 years of related experience.This position will focus oninternal operations.Please complete application

or send resume to:Master Automatic, Inc.40485 Schooicraft Rd.Plymouth, Ml 48170Fax: 734-459-4598

Attn: Human [email protected]

QUALITY LABTECHNICIAN

Master Automatic, a precisionmachining company, is seek-ing a Quality Lab Technician.Potential candidates mustposses.the skills to operateand program CMM, operatevarious inspection equipmentand have the ability to developgauging plans using opera-tional drawings. The candi-date must also have advancedknowledge of GD&T and fay-out skills. Piease completeapplication or send resume to:

Master Automatic, Inc.40485 Schooicraft Rd.Plymouth, Mi 48170Fax: 734-459-4598

Attn: Human [email protected]

RETAIL SALESASSOCIATES

Voted 1 of SE Michigan's Top10 Bridal Salonsl Now seekingprofessional FULL TIME SalesAssociates. (Mo bridal experi-ence required.) Expect to work

Sat. 10-5 (closed Sun.)Flexible hours Mon-Fri. Email

JN£W HIRE RESUME'to:[email protected] call: 734.455.4800

SHIFTSUPERVISOR

Aerospace/Automotivefinishing company look-ing for a high energy,hands-on, exp'd produc-tion Supervisor. Must beflexible with regard toshift, with excellent com-munication skills. Metalfinishing experience apiusbutwe will train. Weoffer an excellent bene-fits package in additionto 401k w/match. Salarycommensurate withexperience. Fax resumeor apply in personbetween 9am-4pm to:

IHC Inc.12400 Burt Road,Detroit Ml 48228

Fax# 313-535-3220

STAFFINGSUPERVISOR

Action Associates is seekinga proven Staffing Supervisorto oversee branch operations.Excellent opportunity for acareer minded individualseeking a challenging &rewarding position. Requires:3-5 yrs supervisory, tempo-rary staffing & professionalrecruiting exp. E-mail resume& salary requirements to:

[email protected] FAX 810-227-1344

EOE

STOCK & CLEAN UPFull-Time. Good pay. Cafl Sidor Harry. , 248-352-7377

Surveyor LAND SURVEYORLivonia firm seeking:

Crew Chief, Rod Man& Instrument Man

Phone: 734-953-3335Fax: 734-953-3324

[email protected]

LOWER ELEMENTARYFor Montessori School in Troy."Email: [email protected]

Call: 586-979-5501

FIND IT ONLINEHOMET0WNUFE.COM

TEACHERTo teach physics to adult stu-dents. BS In physics isrequired. Send resume to18326 Woodward Ave, DetroitMl 48203 "Teachers

GARDEN CITY SCHOOLSNEEDS

PART TIME-TEACHERS

SECONDARYMusic, Nutrition and Foods,Pre-Employment Skil ls,Science, Social Studies,Vocational Hiospitality

ELEMENTARYArt, Computers, Music, Phy-sical Education, and Japanese.

Fax Resume to:Jack Peion, Director

734-762-8534

WarehouseFull-Time temporary ware-house and drivers needed.Class B CDL license. Mustbe able to lift 50 lbs.Good driving record a must.

Apply in person at 35901Veronica, Livonia btwn.

the hours of 9-4 Mon-Fri,

Water Extraction/Carpet Cleaning Tech

Water extraction & car-pet cleaning tech to useour truck mount unit.Must be experiencedwith good driving record.

Call 734-421-0200for interview,

Help Wanted-OfficeClerical

ACCOUNTING ASSISTANT:A growing development com-pany Is looking for an account-ing assistant. The job respon-sibilities are but not limited to,assisting the controller, pro-cessing A/P and A/R, job cost-ing and property managementexperience a plus.

Send resumes [email protected]

ACCOUNTS RECEIVABLEFor small property manage-ment co. $30,000 + health.Fax resume: (248) 737-9899

ADMINISTRATIVEASSISTANT

Busy Plymouth ManufacturersRep firm looking for a personwith excellent communicationand computer skills includingWindows XP, Microsoft Office:Word, Excel, & PowerPoint.Transcription of data, answer-ing phones, etc. Position is afull t ime temp for 4 mos.with potential for full t ime,Please fax resume to BrianKnight: 734-451-1228

ADMINISTRATIVEASSISTANT

Livonia office looking fora detail-oriented personto handle multiple duties.Answering phones, filing,typing, arid posting ofbills. Must be organizedand have a good person-ality. Accounting experi-ence a pfus. Full time.

Please fax resume to:734-421-0202

ADMINISTRATIVEASSISTANT

Multi-family apartment com-munity located in RochesterHills area seeks part-timeAdmin. Asst. Strong office/computer skiils and ability tomulti-task required. Competi-tive salary. Mail or fax resume:

Ciiffview Apts.1691 Ciiffview Drive

Rochester Hills 48306.Fax (248) 651-6066. EOH/EHOADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANTGrowing Livonia FinancialPlanning Practice has a posi-tion available for detail-orient-ed person with excellent com-puter, communication & peo-ple skills. Must have experi-ence working in a profession-al office. Permanent, part-time(25 hrs/wk). Email resume to:

[email protected] fax to: (734) 953-8607

ASSISTANT CITY CLERK

CITY OF LIVONIA

For complete informationvisit our website at:

www.el.livonia.mi.usor apply in person at

Livonia City Half, 3rd floor,33000 Civic Center Dr.,

Livonia, Ml 48154

E.O.E.M/F/H

Clerical: Payroll Benefits,401 Kl ! Full-Time Exp & Excel

Knowledge Preferred877-885-^814 rt

MEDICALRECEPTIONIST

P/T, 2 days per week, Mondays& Thursdays. Exp only. Pieasefax resume: 734-641-8970

OFFICE MANAGERFor busy 4-doctor office.Minimum 5 years experience.Knowledge of Genius softwarehelpful. No weekends orevenings. Fax resume to : '

586-574-2694OFFICE WORKER

$10/hr, F/T. Southfieid. Min.3yrs.office exp. Data Entry,Filing, Multi-Line Phone.

[email protected]/ CLERICAL SUPPORTP/T, apprqx. 20 hrs. 1-5:30,for Southfieid sales company.MS Office proficiency, WinFax and Qulckbooks exp.helpful. Must possess goodwork ethic, pleasant phonevoice. Email resumes to: ,

[email protected]

Assistant/ReceptionistPart-Time, immediate open-Ing. Serious inquiries only!Fax resume: (248)661-5096

PAYROLL CLERKExp'd. Meadowbrook CountryClub. Need strong language& typing skills. Compensationbased on ability, Send resumeonly to: 40941 W. Eight MileRd., Northville, Mi 48167

RECEPTIONISTPlymouth Real Estate Office.Part-Time. Evenings andweekendsl Exceptional phoneskills, organized, multi-tasker,positive attitude, professional,and computer skills required.Piease email resume to

[email protected]: Southfieid Insur-ance Agency. N.o weekends,evenings or holidays. Two 1/2days. 248-569-7070

Dental Assistant &Dental Receptionist

Dental office exp. preferred.Fax resume: (734)266-7170

DENTAL RECEPTIONIST/ADMINISTRATOR

Seeking compassionate indi-vidual with exc. people skills.Greet our patients with yourwinning smile! Full-time posi-tion available for energetic,self-motivated individual. Aprofessional & positive atti-tude imperative. Dental insur-ance knowledge & computerexp. preferred. Competitivesalary & benefits. Fax yourresume along with a note asto why we should hire you.

(313) 3S9-4799

DENTAL RECEPTIONIST& DENTAL ASSISTANT

Needed for a fast paced, stateof the art dental practice.Experience preferred. Know-ledge of Dentrix System help-ful. Please cail: 734-844-1300

DENTAL ASSISTANTExperience necessary. Fulltime, 4 days. No evenings/weekends. Looking for reli-able, friendly team player w/ a"can-do" attitude! Please faxresume to: (248)851-9070

DENTAL ASSISTANTSelf-motivated to work In teamoriented environment. Musthave exp. (248)548-1076

DENTAL ASSISTANTFull time position In high-techorthodontic practice, Farming-ton Hilis area. Computer anddigital x-ray experience pre-ferred. Looking for a profes-sional, reliable, energetic andmotivated player to add to ourteam. Email resume to:

[email protected] fax to 248-476-3005

DENTAL ASSISTANT•Full-Time position available forour Bloomfield H is office. NoSat's. Call: (248) 642-0400

DENTAL ASSISTANTFor upbeat general cosmeticdental practice in BinghamFarms. Approx. 30-35 hrs/wk.Exp. preferred. 248-433-6000

DENTAL ASSISTANT RoyalOak. Dependable DentalAssistant. Must work well withpeople. Megan: 248-541-1388

For the best autoclassifications checkout the ObserversEccentric Newspaper."It's all aboutRESULTS!

Dental Assistant EXP. ONLY!With some front desk skills.4 day work wk. No benefits.Fax resume: 734-455-7843

DENTAL BUSINESS OFFICESouthfieid (10 Mile/Beech).Our patient focused high-techpractice has a great opportuni-ty for an experienced CrossedTrained Patient Coordinator.Full-time opportunity with ben-efits. Mon-Thurs. work week.Practice Works Software aplus. Join the team that givesthe best care anywhere.Fax resume: (248) 354-2486

[email protected]

DENTAL HYGIEINSTTo join our Hygiene team. Exp.in perio program & treatmenta plus. {248)548-1076

DENTAL HYGIENISTSeeking part time DentalHygienist for Farmington Hillsgeneral practice. With empha-sis on periodontal disease.Candidate must have exp,gentle hands, excellent cus-tomer service skills. Beorganized and have a greatattention to detail. Fax resumeto 248-932-7734

DENTAL HYGIENISTPART-TIME

Southfieid {10 Mile & Beech).Our patient focused high-techpractice has a great opportu-nity. Computer and digital x-.ray experience a plus. Strongperiodontal skills a must. Jointhe team that gives the bestcare anywhere.

Fax resume [email protected]

TEAM LEADEROur busy Livonia grouppractice seeks an experiencedmanager or team leader with aminimum of 2 yrs. dentalexperience. Must beprofessional, personable andhave strong customer serviceskills,Send cover letter & resume:

[email protected]

CHIROPRACTIC ASST., P/TFast-paced Westland officeseeks a reliable, detail- orient-ed person for mornings, Mon.,Wed., Fri., 8:45-12:30; Tues. &Sat, 8:45-1:30. Experience aplus, will train. 27527 Joy Rd.,

(734) 522-5501

CLINICALDIRECTOR

Seeking an experiencedClinical Director for theBone and Joint Center, anorthopedic and pain man-'agement surgery center inNovi, Michigan, projectedto open in January 2008.Position to start September2007.

Responsibilities includemanagement of clinicalactivities for ail perl-opera-tive and central sterileareas. Candidates musthave current Michigan RNlicense and have 3 mini-mum of 5 years of ORexperience with at least 2years in the outpatient set-ting and a minimum of 2years of managementexperience. CNOR certifi-cation and ACLS preferred.Must possess leadership,communication, organiza-tion, and clinical expertise.Competitive salary andbenefits.

Please e-mail resume toSCA (Attention: Novi CD):

pacburchweil®bellsouth.net

or Fax to: Novi CD at386-423-3667

COA COT W/EXPERIENCERefraction A scan. BothCanton & 13 Mile & Telegraphoffices. Call Kay 248-433-3639or email [email protected]

DININGASSOCIATE

RainbowRehabilitation CentersA leader In the field ofbrain injury rehabilitation,is currently seeking DiningAssociates for our 40 bedfacility in Farmington Hills.This position is responsi-ble for setting up the din-Ing rooms for service,dish-washing, maintainingthe kitchen and diningareas, and other cleaningduties as necessary. Part-time openings available onboth shifts: 6am-2:30pmor 3pm-7:30pm. Pteviousexperience a plus. Apply inperson at either of ouroffice locations, 9am-5pm,Monday-Friday:

Rainbow RehabilitationCenters

32715 Grand River Ave.Farmington, Ml 48336

(between Orchard Lake &Farmington Rds.)

OR

25911 MiddlebeltRd.Farmington Hills, Ml 48336(corner of Middlebelt& 11

Mile Rd.)

Call for directions:734-482-1512 ext. "500

or apply on-line:www.rainbowrefiab.com

Drug-free workplace.EOE

DOCTORS &PHYSICIAN'S ASSISTANTS

NEEDED ATAmediquest Health Services.CallYvette 313-340-1031or Fax resume: 313-340-1088

Healthcare PositionsOur 40-bad hospital, locatedwithin Oakwood HeritageHospital, is seeking a dynamic,customer-focused staff mem-ber for the following position:

Respiratory TherapistFull time, night shift position,6:30 p.m. to 7:00 a.m.Challenging opportunity for RTwith acute yentiiated/trachpatient experience. Expertisein ventilator management andfamiliarity with therapist driv-en protocols. BLS and CPRrequired. ACLS a plus.

Registered nursesFull time and per diem. Weoffer 12 hour shifts, self-scheduling. Medical/surgical,ICU, telemetry experience pre-ferred. BCLS required, ACLSpreferred. EOE.

Select Specialty Hospital-Downriver

10000 Telegraph Rd.Taylor, Ml 48180

Human Resources:Barb Wierzbickl

Fax: (313)375-7115bwierzbicki®

selectmedicalcorp.com

LPNWellsBrooke Home Care needsLPN for position as ClientServices Supervisor. Willoversee client care and directcare staff, supervise staffingcoordinators, and providesome training. Ideal candidatewill have 3-5 years exp.,excellent communication skillsand management experience.Must be a team player,solution-oriented, and able toprioritize In a fast-pacedenvironment. Fax resume to

734-525-5966 or send [email protected]

LPN/RNAssisted Living Facility.

Flexible hoursPLYMOUTH INN

205 Haggerty Road,Plymouth, M l . 734-451-0700

FAX: 734-451-0727

Medical AssistantMedical office seeksexperienced Receptionist.Must have strong computer &medical insurance knowledge.Full Time with exc. pay &benefits. Ann Arbor area.Fax resume to: 734-996-8767or Email: [email protected]

MEDICAL ASSISTANTMon., Tues., Thurs. 8-5pm.

2 Saturday's, 8-12.1 yr. exp. required for

Troy Dermatology office.Fax resume: 248-362-1165

[email protected] ASSISTANT

Experienced, certified MedicalAssistant needed for a busymedical office in Troy. Fuli timeposition M-F 6am-2:30pm &rare afternoon hours.Proficient in lab draws andECG's. Non smoking facility.Fax resume to 248-312-0026

MEDICAL BILLERExperienced needed for agrowing billing company. Faxresume to: (248)851-3830

MEDICAL OFFICE MANAGERExperience required.

Westland office. Fax resume:• (248)349-7711

When seekingout the bestdeal check outthe Observer& Eccentric Classifieds!, 1-800-579-7355

MEDICAL RECEPTIONISTFull-time for busy internalmedicine office. Great pay,benefits & hours. No holidaysor weekends. Exp. necesary.

Call Lisa (313) 561-4540

MEDICAL TECHNOLOGISTRiA. Part time. West Bloom-field. Call 248-855-7508; orfax resume: 248-855-5628

PARAMEDICS

ATTENTIONConcord EMS

Is Currently Seeking FullLicensed

PARAMEDICSWe have Rescue, CriticalCare, ALS Transportation

opportunities IWe offer PTO Time, TuitionReimbursement, VacationTime, Excellent Wages,Medical, Dental, Prescription,Short Term Disability, AFLACSupplemental Coverage, andMCDH approved continuingeducation.Contact Human Resources at:

313-389-3671Fax: 734-947-1911

Download an application atwww.concordems.com

PHLEBOTOMY EDUCATIONClasses begin in Sept.3 locations available.

Call us at: (313) 382-3857

RECEPTIONIST Full or Parttime. For physical therapy clin-ic. Clerical/Clinical duties. Faxresume to: (734) 838-0773

RN/LPN/Scrub TechPart-Time in Southfieid.Minimum 3 yrs. exp. to scrubplastic surgery cases. Exc.working cond. 248-723-9370

Or fax: 248-723-9687

Help Wanted-FofjrJ/Beverage

AMY'S CAFE HIRINGWAITSTAFF

Grand River/Haggerty.(248)'426-0665

BANQUET SERVERSApply within Mon. -Thurs.ONLY, 1-4pm. Italian AmericanBanquet Center of Livonia,

39200 Five MileBARSTAFF, WAITSTAFF.

DOORMANApply within Monday-Friday

. 3:30-7pm at Frankies,31268 Ford Rd., Garden City.

COOKS, SERVERS, HOSTS,CLEANING or DISH

Exp preferred. Apply at:Ground Round, 17050 S.Laurel Park. 734-462-1735

FEMALECOCKTAIL SERVERSGREAT BENEFITS

Full-Time $17-22/hr. w/tips,wardrobe requires a fit figure-apply Mon. 8/20/07 & Mon.8/27/07 1PM-3PM also Wed.8/22/07 & Wed. 8/29/07 10AM-Noon. 21301 Civic CenterDr., Southfieid 48076S. off of Civic Center just W.of the M-10 Service Drive. Bewell spoken & arrive hair &make up ready. EXP, Drug test& background check REQ. 18or older Night Shift or emailyour resume and picture foran appointment to:[email protected]

Ginopolis on the Ice atCompuware Sports Arena

is currently seekingServers and Host/Hostesses

Day, Evening and Eventpositions available.Apply in person:

Ginopolis on the Ice14900 Beck Rd.

Plymouth, Mi 48188EOS

SERVERS/BUSSERS, Exp'd.

Pine Lake Country Club ishiring servers and bussersfor afternoon, evening, &weekend shifts. Excellentwages & benefits. Apply inperson to: Mr. Miller

3300 Pine Lake Rd.Orchard Lake

WAIT STAFF &EVENING HOSTESS

Apply in person: M-Thur, 2-4.FOUR FRIENDS,

44282 Warren, CantonNo phone calls

WAITSTAFF POSITIONSLaurel Manor Banquet &Conference Center is lookingfor mature, responsible peo-ple for part-time Waitstaffpositions. Please apply In per-son at 39000 SchooicraftRoad, or cail 734-462-0770.

CANVASSORSMichigan's leading window &home improvement co. islooking for sales people in theCanvassing Dept. Looking formotivated, hard-working &responsible individuals, Hrly.pay + commission & bonuses.

.Will train. No exp. necessary.Overtime available. Please callJason at: {734)536-7323

Inside Sales(Cat! Center)

Mon-Fri, evenings only, fuB-time. Strong Communication,Internet & computer sfcillsmandatory. Exp with Word &Excel. Paid Training. $12/hr.plus commission.Ask tor Mike: 248-540-0118

SALES PERSON for HeavyDuty Truck Parts. Exp. req.

Full-Time, Wkdays.734-437-9254

Senior SalesConsultant

Robertson Brothers Companyseeks a professional individ-ual for new home sales posi-tion. Draw/commission withfull benefits. Sales or relatedexperience a must. Real estatelicense required. Collegedegree a plus, Email resume:

robertson-brothers.com

Help Wanted-Domestic

COMPANION & COOKWeekends, for elderly man,Bloomfield Hiils, Christianpreferred. Good organizationalskills, references. Gal! 248645-6018

ChifrJcare Needed

BABYSITTER NEEDEDSat, afternoons, 4-9pm. Fourchildren. Canton. Please call734-274-1062.

www.hometownlife.com H0MET0WNLIFE.COM Observer & Eccentric | Sunday, August 26,2007 (CP) C7

Fun to the core ARTS APPLES FESTIVAL

Art & Apples bringsfamily activities, fineart and tasty appledesserts to Rochester

BY SHARON DARGAY

STAFF WRITER

If you're intent on showingyour work at this year's Art &Apples festival in downtownRochester, forego the paint andclay, metal and glass.

Try creating in Macintosh.Or Winesap, with overtones ofGranny Smith. You might win ahandmade pie plate for your culi-nary artistry.

"It's our first annual pie bake-off. This is open to everyone,"said Karen Cuthbertson, festivaldirector, and events coordina-tor at Paint Creek Center for theArts, the organization that ben-efits from the annual post-LaborDay fair.

"The idea came about becausewe wanted to incorporate applesinto this year's festival, more thanhad been done in the past. Wedidn't want to conflict with peo-ple selling pies, but we wantedto give people an opportunity toshow their own pies."

With approximately 265 artistsjuried into the annual event, heldin Rochester Municipal Park,Art & Apples has always beenheavy on painting, sculpture,metal, jewelry, ceramics, baskets,drawing, fibers, glass and otherfine art creations.

This year, with the festival'sinaugural bake-off, visitors will

be reminded that Michigan'ssecond largest art fair is aboutapples, too.

"We haven't received too manyapplications yet. We're hoping wewill get more before the dead-line of Aug. 29," Cuthbertsonsaid. "We do have a few rules.Apples can be the only majorfruit involved in the making ofthe pie."

Judges will consider presen-tation, taste and quality whenselecting title top three winners.Entrants will bake their pies athome and drop them off in timefor 10 a.m., judging on Saturday,Sept. 8, the second day of thethree-day event. Applications areavailable from www.artandap-ples.com. The entry fee is $10.

'We hope to have at least 15pies. We Hope our pie bakers willstick around for the judging,"Cuthbertson noted.

The bake-off is just one of sev-eral new attractions at the festivalthis year, which runs from 4-7:30p.m., Friday, Sept % 9 a.m. to7:30 pm, Saturday, Sept. 8 and 9a.m. to 4 p.m,, Sunday, Sept. 9-

PICKLES AND RIBSSki's, a new vendor this year,

will serve up deep-fried pick-les, Oreo cookies and tradi-tional Polish foods. Brett's BBQ,another new addition to the foodcourt, will keep the Jamaicanjerk chicken and baby-back ribsflowing.

"We have fabulous favoritescoming back," Cuthbertsonadded. "Millers Big Red is afavorite and the Rochester JuniorWomen do an apple blossom thatis incredible. If s nice because youcan find something to snack on ora meal to take home for dinner."

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CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CANTONACCESS TO PUBLIC MEETINGS

The Charter Township of Canton will provide necessary reasonableauxiliary aids and services, such as signers for the hearingimpaired and audio tapes of printed materials being considered atthe meeting, to individuals with disabilities at the meeting/hearingupon two weeks notice to the Charter Township of Canton.Individuals with disabilities requiring auxiliary aids or servicesshould contact the Charter Township of Canton by writing orcalling the following;

David Medley, ADA CoordinatorCharter Township of Canton, 1150 S. Canton Center Road

Canton, MI 48188(734) 394-5260

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CANTON POLICE DEPARTMENT1150 S. CANTON CENTER RD.

CANTON, MI 48188The following vehicles have been deemed abandoned and will besold at public auction August 28, 2007 at 10:00 AM.The auction will be held at Westland Car Care Towing, 6375 HixRd., Westland, MI 48185. The vehicles will be sold as is, starting bidis for towing and storage.

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STOW & GO SELF STORAGEAUCTION NOTICE

Pursuant to state law, Notice is hereby given that a public auctionwill be held at STOW & GO SELF STORAGE, 41999 ANNARBOR ROAD, PLYMOUTH, MI on SEPTEMBER 14th at10:00 a.m., on past due tenants listed below. The entire contents ofthe following units will be auctioned and sold to the highest bidderon each individual unit. CASH ONLY! DESCRIPTION IS BRIEFSUMMARY OF ITEMS, MAY OR MAY NOT CONTAIN MOREOR LESS ITEMS.

UNIT #214 - PAUL AUTH P.O. BOX 65, HAZEL PARK, MI48030

Furniture, 2 armoires, desk, lamps, stereo, bookshelves,china hutch, table, chairs, speakers, dolly, rocking chair,boxes, other household items, other misc. items

UNIT #339 - JAMES ALTER OF N.W.C. INC., P.O. BOX 512,DEARBORN HEIGHTS, MI 48127

Briefcase, Fax, Bags of clothes, approx. 28 boxes, and misc.items

UNIT #528 - DANIELLE MOCERI OF 8459 HURON RIVERDR, DEXTER, MI 48130

Couch, love seat, table/chairs, end tables, dresser, chinahutch, cabinet, vacuum, candles, hangers, boxes, other misc.items.

UNIT #706 - ONALEE SULEWSKI OF 1450 W. ANN ARBOR#24, PLYMOUTH, MI 48170

Mixer, toys, Halloween items, boxes, clothes, books, andother misc. items.

SALE DATE IS SEPTEMBER 14,2007 AT 10:00 AM.

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The festival "kids zone" with itstake-home art projects is expand-ed this year and organizers haveadded an "activity zone" gearedto older children.

"We wanted to do somethinginteractive for families that comehere but need a break from theartwork," Cuthbertson said."We'll have a rock climbing wallavailable all weekend. SouthStreet Skate Park will be thereoffering anyone an opportunityto decorate their deck — that'swhat they call the board in askateboard."

The Henry Ford's interac-tive Rouge Factory Tour will beon hand and M-Chip child IDprogram will be available onSaturday.

JC Drum and Music Centerof Rochester will give everyonea chance to try their hand atdrumming from 11 a m to 12:30p.m., on Saturday, Sept. 8. The JCDrum Circle is among the enter-tainment that's new to the festi-val. "We have a few new groups.I was trying to do somethingdifferent this year," said ChrisDunstan, festival entertainmentcoordinator.

She included The NovelCitizen, an "indie rock band" onthe main stage schedule, whichgenerally features folk music,local high school bands anddance studios. The group willperform at 3:30 p.m., Sunday,Sept. 9- Dunstan also movedsome musical acts into the chil-dren's art area this year.

Zippity2Dads, new to Art& Apples, will perform from1-1:30 p.m. on Saturday, Sept.8, and again from 1-3 p.m., onSunday, Sept. 9, in the children'sarea.

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Shawn Ryskamp of Oxford,one half of the singing duo,which also includes Tagg SmithofWaterford, saidZippity2Dadsperforms both educational con-certs at elementary schools, aswell family shows at festivals.

"Our wives are both teachersand Tagg and I have been per-forming for a number of yearstogether. We thought we might aswell put something together forthe schools."

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ZONING BOARD OF APPEALSMEETING NOTICE

CITY OF PLYMOUTH, MICHIGAN(734) 453-1234

A regular meeting of the Board of Zoning Appeals will be held onThursday, September 6, 2007 at 7:00 P.M. in the CommissionChambers of the City Hall, 201 S. Main Street, Plymouth, MI, toconsider the following item:

Z07-14 986 Harding

Z07-15 625 Sunset

Non-Use Variance RequestedSide Yard Setback, Detached GarageZoned: R-l, Single Family ResidentialApplicant: Richard Blomberg

Non-Use Variance RequestedSide Yard Setback, 2nd Story AdditionZoned: R-l, Single Family ResidentialApplicant: David Donaldson

All interested persons are invited to attend.

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the City ofPlymouth will provide necessary reasonable auxiliary aids andservices, such as signers for the hearing impaired and audiotapes ofprinted materials being .considered at the meeting/hearing, toindividuals with disabilities. Requests for auxiliary aids or servicesmay be made by writing or calling the following:

Maureen Brodie, ADA Coordinator. 201 S. Main Street

Plymouth, MI 48170, (734) 453-1234, Ext. 206

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PLANNING COMMISSION NOTICECITY OF PLYMOUTH, MICHIGAN

WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 12,20077:00 PM

(734) 453-1234

A regular meeting of the Planning Commission will be held in theCommission Chambers of the City Hall to consider the following:

SITE PLAN APPROVAL:SP 07-06 V.F.W. Post 6695

1426 S. MillProposed Storage BuildingZoned: ARC, Ann Arbor Road CorridorApplicant: John Harmala, AIA

PUBLIC HEARING FOR SPECIAL USE AND SITE PLANAPPROVAL:SP 07-07 Change of Use from Residential to Office

820 StarkweatherZoned: MU, Mixed UseApplicant: Adanac Contracting, LLC

CHANGE OF USE AND SITE PLAN APPROVAL:SP 07-08 Change of Use from Office to Restaurant

744 WingZoned: B-2, Central BusinessApplicant: Paul DePalma

PUBLIC HEARING FOR SPECIAL USE AND SITE PLANAPPROVAL:SP 07-09 Proposed Addition of Office

873 N. MillZoned: MU, Mixed UseApplicant: Tim Mizerowski

All, interested persons are invited to attend.

In accordance with the Americans with disabilities Act, the Cityof Plymouth will provide necessary reasonable auxiliary aids andservices, such as signers for the hearing impaired and audiotapesof printed materials being considered at the meeting/hearing, toindividuals with disabilities. Requests for auxiliary aids orservices may be made by writing or calling the following:

Maureen Brodie, ADA Coordinator201 S. Main Street

Plymouth, MI 48170(734) 453-1234, Ext. 206

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schools focuses on the pillarsof character, including respect,caring and trust. It's also the sub-ject of their 2006 CD, Thumbsup for Character. Their 2OO7CD, Having Fun in Zanzibar,includes family-friendly songsthey've performed at festivals,including the National CherryFestival in Traverse City.

"Some of our influences arethe Everly Brothers, Barenaked

l t l»fctu.ifcS. l%lltlldlUlU-rries, acoustical stuff," Ryskampsaid. "Now we're playing concertsas well as being educational.

Zippity2Dads describe them-selves as "Closer to the Beatlesthan Barney."

"We're not annoying to parents.We're for everybody," Ryskampsaid.

Cuthbertson suggests that visi-tors set aside several hours to seeeverything at Art & Apples thisyear.

"We try to have a variety ofthings for everyone. A familycould easily spend the whole day,"she said. "With over 250 artistbooths this year, they'll definitelyhave their work cut out seeing allof it."

For entertainment schedules, vendormenus, list of artist and parking shut-tle schedule, visit ww^/.artandapples.com.

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YPSILANTI, MI 48198734-487-5711

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CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CANTONZONING BOARD OF APPEALS AGENDA

SEPTEMBER 13, 2007

Notice is hereby given that there will be a meeting of the ZoningBoard of Appeals THURSDAY, September 13, 2007 at 7:00 PM.The meeting will be held in the Board Room at the TownshipAdministration Building located at 1150 S. CANTON CENTERROAD, CANTON, MI 48188. The following agenda will bediscussed:

Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag

Roll Call: Randy Blaylock, Jim Cisek, Cathy Johnson, Vicki Weltyand Steven Johnson.

Acceptance of Agenda

1. Joe VanEsley, 44675 Joy Road, Canton, MI 48187, for vacantproperty located on the east side of Morton Taylor Roadbetween. Palmer and Cherry Hill Roads, appealing ZoningOrdinance Article 2.00, Section 2.24.A, variance of 18ft fromthe required 25ft minimum wetland setback for a futurehome site and a variance of 20ft from the required 25ftminimum wetland setback to accommodate a driveway areato the home site.Zone R-5Parcel 091 99 0001 717(Planning)

2. Joe VanEsley, 44675 Joy Road, Canton, MI 48187, for vacantproperty located on the east side of Morton Taylor Roadbetween Palmer and Cherry Hill Roads, appealing ZoningOrdinance Article 2.00, Section 2.24.A, variance of 15ft fromthe minimum 25ft wetland setback to accommodate a futurehome site.Zone R-5Parcel 091 99 0001 718(Planning)

3. Joe VanEsley, 44675 Joy Road, Canton, MI 48187, for vacantproperty located on the east side of Morton Taylor Roadbetween Palmer and Cherry Hill Roads, appealing ZoningOrdinance Article 2.00, Section 2.24.A, variance of 5 ft fromthe 25 ft wetland setback for a future home site and avariance to allow a 20 ft wide driveway through the wetlandsetback area.Zone R-5Parcel 091 99 0001 719(Planning)

4. Patti Franz, 23544 Hoover, Warren, MI 48089, for commercialproperty located at 45490 Michigan Ave. (7-11/Citgo), northside of Michigan Ave. between S. Canton Center and GeddesRoads, appealing Sign Ordinance Article 6A.00, Section6A.15, sign variance.Zone C-3Parcel 129 99 0002 710(Building)

5. Bryan L, Amann, 355 North Canton Center Rd., Canton, MI48187, for residential property located on the north side ofCherry Hill Road between Beck and Canton Center Roads,appealing Zoning Ordinance Article 26.00, Section-26.02.b,variance of lot width to depth ratio.ZoneR-3Parcels 063 99 0032 000

063 99 0036 000 (Part of)(Planning)

6. Enterprise Leasing Co. of Detroit, 29301 Grand River Ave.,Farmington Hills, MI 48334, for commercial property located,at 44625 Michigan Ave., south side of Michigan Ave. betweenSheldon and Canton Center Roads, appealing ZoningOrdinance Article 3.00, Section 3.03, substitution of anexisting non-conforming use with a more restrictive use (usedcar sales to car rental).Zone C-lParcel 134 01 0027 301(Planning) ;

Approval of the August 23,2007 Minutes

All written comments need to be submitted to the CharterTownship of Canton, Clerk's Office 1150 S. Canton Center Rd.,Canton, MI 48188, prior to 5:00. PM on the date of the hearing.

Publish: August 26,2007

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REUNIONSAs space permits, the

Observer & EccentricNewspapers print, withoutcharge, announcements of classreunions. Send the informa-tion to Reunions, Observer &Eccentric Newspapers, 36251Schoolcraft, Livonia, MI 48170.Please include the date of thereunion, one contact person,and a telephone number.

Garden City East

Class of 1977

Saturday, Oct. 6. Casual attire. Cost is

$35 per person. Contact Teri Harrelson

(Falconer) at (734) 421-2286 or Kim

Orsette (Gallinat) at (734) 762-6357 or

[email protected]. /

Bishop Borgess

Class of 1977

A 30-year reunion Saturday, Sept. 8,

2007, at George Murphy's, Livonia. Call

(248)685-8747 or by e-mail kharnlmg®

yahoo.com.

Class of 1987

A 20-year reunion, Sept. 15,2007, at the

Livonia Marriott. Contact borgess87@

hotmail.com for more information.

Dearborn Fordson

Class of 1969

Planning a reunion for 2007. Please

contact Kaihy Nisun at (248) 363-5679

or e-mail: [email protected] or Kattiy

Shoebridge @ Klivingston@nu-core.

com.

St. Mary of Redford

All classes

St. Mary of Redford School Alumni

"All Class Sock Hop" (Reunion) will

be held Saturday, Oct. 6; 4 p.m. Mass,

6 p.m. Reunion. For further informa-

tion, please contact: Dave DiPonio

at [email protected] or (313)

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Hop will be held in the "Old" SMR Gym

on Mansfield in Detroit. Reservations

required by Sept. 14.

Detroit Chadsey

Class of 1957

A 50th Reunion is being planned for •

Sept. 29, at Weber's Inn in Ann Arbor.

Looking for January, June and Summer

'57 graduates. If interested in attend-

ing or know of the whereabouts of

other classmates, contact Pat Gorski-

Zielinski, (989) 366-9288.

Detroit Cody

Class of 1957

A 50th reunion at the Embassy Suites,

Livonia Oct. 5.2007. Cost is $90 per

person, complete with dinner, open

bar, memory book, CD, champagne

toast and much more. This invitation

is to all 50s graduates. Call 800-859-

9502 or email loret@wideopenwest for

details. Cost is $90 per person, com-

plete with dinner, open bar, memory

book, champagne toast and much

more.

Detroit CooleyClass of 1957

A 50-year reunion, Sept. 28-29,2007,

Sheraton Novi Hotel. Contact: Sharon

{248) 334-7641 or Sue (734) 632-0350

Email: [email protected].

Classes of 1967,1968

. Reunion 6:30 p.m. Saturday, Sept.

29,2007, at Laurel Manor, Livonia.

Discounted tickets before March 1.

Contact Dave Junquist at (810)667-

9131, Web site wwvj.geocities.com/

cooleyreunions67. Ali classmates are

encouraged to register for inclusion

in memory book at www.classreport.

org/usa/mi/d etroit/cooley/1967

Detroit Cooley

Class of 1947

A 60th reunion luncheon 11 a.m. to

3 p.m. Friday, Oct. 26, at Vladimir's,

28125 Grand River, Farmington Hills.

For information, contact Dave Vaughn

at (248)380-6939 or Reta (Ansel!)

Steinhaus at (248)851-4682.

Classes 1960-63

6 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 6,2007, at St.

John's Armenian Cultural Center, 22001

Northwestern Hwy., Southfield. For

information and tickets, call Joyce

(Karagozian) Obenhoff (586)754-3984,

Sharon (Wiand) Witberg {586)977-1469

or (586)864-2352, Roger Avie (248)476-

5400 or Robert Postoian (248)788-

2746.

Detroit Denby

Class of 1947

A 60th reunion will be held noon

to 5:30 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 15, at

Lakeland Banquet Center. Contact

Lucille at (734) 427-0579.

Class of 1952

Seeking alumni for a 55th reunion Oct.

21 at the American Polish Century Club.

For more information, call (586)468-

2259 or (586)286-3352.

Class of 1957

A 50th reunion is planned for Sept. 7,8,

and 9,2007, at the Thomas Edison inn,

Port Huron. Seeking lost graduates,.

January/June classes, if you are not

yet on the mailing list, please e-mail

[email protected] or call (248)

642-0249.

Detroit Girls Catholic Central

Class of 1967

Searching for classmates of the class

of 1967 for a 40th reunion this sum-

mer/fall, Contact Diane Kangas {Krok)

at (586)446:9011 or Mary Mezzardi

(Winowiecki) at mmezzadridhotmail.

com.

Detroit Henry Ford

Class of 1967

A40th reunion will be held 6:30-11:30

p.m. Saturday, Sept. 8, at Laurel

Manor Special Event Center in Livonia.

Seeking January, June and summer

graduates from 1967. For information,

call Ellen (Neihoff) VanderRoest at

{248)684-7705 or email chuckandel-

[email protected].

Class of 1977

Looking for classmates for a 30-year

reunion. Information at henryfordhigh-

schooi.com.

Detroit Holy Redeemer

Class of 1957

A 50-year reunion. Oct. 12,2007, at

O'Kelley KofC Council, Dearborn. In

interested in attending or know the

whereabouts or former classmates, '

contact John Duff at oliverlynn@aol.

com or phone {734)261-3346.

Detroit Mackenzie

Class of 1957

- Looking for graduates to attend a

reunion scheduled for Oct. 19,2007.

Call Eleanor at (734)425-8278.

Detroit Osborn

Classes of 1970,71,'72

Saturday, Oct. 27,2007. Best Western

Sterling inn, Sterling Heights. Alumni

can update their addresses by either

calling Sharon at (734)261-3264 or

e-mailingcelebrationstoremember@

yahoo.com. Visit Web site at ctrinc.

divincinet.com

Detroit Redford High School

Class of 1954

Friday, Oct. 19,2007, at Embassy Suite,

Livonia. $40 per person, Classes of

1953 and 1955 are invited. For more

information, www.redfordhighschool-

reunion.com or Doug King at (248)478-

3621 [email protected].

Detroit Western

Classes of 30s-50s

Sept. 21,2007, at Dearborn Hills Golf

Ciub, $25. Call Simon Hachigian at

(313)565-4997.

Class of 1962

A 45-year reunion will be held in Sept.,

15,2007 at Warren Valley Country Club,

' "Dearborn Heights. Seeking informa-

tion on classmates from that year. All

other classes welcome. Contact Helen

Knights at (734)285-4927 or Ralph-

Brighton at (734)513-7499.

Classes of 30s, 40s. 50s

Sept. 21,2007, Dearborn Hills Golf

Ciub. $25. Contact Simon Hachigian at

(313)565-4997.

Detroit Southwestern

Class of 1957

A 50-year reunion is being planned for

September 2007.

Looking for January and June gradu-

ates.

If interested in attending or know of .

the whereabouts of other classmates,

contact Angle (Conz) Maccani at (313)

532-4379 or Ken Suski at (313) 291-

5450.

Detroit St. Theresa

Class of 1961

Sept. 22.2007. For information, contact

Dick Johnson at Sttheresa1961@aol

com.

Farmington High School

Class of 1977

Looking for classmates to plan 30th

reunion. Call Elaine. (Stewart} Conn

at {248H76-4821 or shakaconn1129@

yahoo.com.

Garden City High School

Class of 1957

A 50-year reunion, 6 p.m. to midnight,

Sept. 29,2007, at the Amvet Hail, 1217

Merriman Road, Westland. For infor-

mation contact, Chet Troczynski at

{734)426-4558 or Bertha Wodarski at

{734)421-4140/

Class of 1972

A 35-year reunion is planned for

Saturday Oct. 13,2007. For more infor-

mation, contact Lori Howe Richardson

at (734)421-7808 or lhowerich@hot-

maii.com or Sharon Burke Parkila at

(734)421-3108 or [email protected].

Class of 1987

Searching for alf class of '87 Alumni

for a 20-year reunion. Need to find

. current information on alumni {name,

address, phone, email, etc.). Contact

[email protected]

or call Sheryli (Pietryka) Catton at

(734)367-0898. .

Class of 1989

Need classmates to register

online with names, addresses and

email addresses to Paula at gch-

[email protected] and check

out web site at www.myspace.com/

gchs20threunion. The reunion (Sate,

has not been set yet. in addition to our

class we are also looking for members

in the ciasses of 87,88,89 for a combi-

nation reunion.

Garden City West

Class of 1977

A 30-year reunion 7 p.m. Saturday,. •.

Sept. 22. For more information, call

Diane Payne at (734)525-0995 or Ann

Collins at (248)360-0632 or check

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[email protected]&e Pointe North

Class of 1991

Call (800) 677-7800, visit www.

taylorreunions.com or e-mail: info®

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Lakeland

Class of \%&2

A 25th reunion 6 p.m. to 1 a.m. Nov. 24,

2Q07, at The Inn at St. John's, 44045

Five Mile Road, Plymouth. Limited

amount of rooms at a discount until

September. Ticket purchases due by

Oct. 15. Contact Lisa (Perna) Hartman

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John Glenn High School

Class of 1967

Holds their 40 Year Reunion 6:30 p.m.

to midnight Saturday, Sept. 22, at

Embassy Suites; 19525 Victor Parkway,

Livonia. Cost is $66.50 per person. For

more information, visit www.ciass-

mates.com or contact Nancy Smith,

Class President, at [email protected].

Lamphere High School

Class of 1977

A 30-year reunion 7 p.m. Saturday,

Sept. 29, at Cranks Banquet Center,

27900 Hoover Road, Warren. Contatct

Michelle (Van Sice) McCuMough

at [email protected] or Julie

(Johnson) Szuminski at (586)403-3792

for information on registration.

Livonia Franklin

Class of 1969

A reunion is in the pre-planning

stages for 2007. For more information,

contact Kathy Nisun at (248) 363-5679

or e-mail: [email protected].

Class of 1966,1967

A 41st and 40th reunion wilt be held

Oct. 20,2007,6:30 to midnight. Tickets

are $50. Call Tom Kujath at (248)888-

9535.

Livonia Bentley High School

Class of 1967

The Livonia Bentley High School Class

of 1967 gathers for its 40th reunion on

Saturday Oct. 27,2007, at the Radlsson

Hotel, Laurel Park in Livonia. Alumni

can update their address by calling.

Sharon at 734-261-3264; e-maijing to

[email protected]

or visiting ctrinc.divincinet.com.

Livonia Stevenson High School

Class of 1987

The Class of 1987 at-Stevenson High

School meets for its 20th reunion

on Saturday, October 20,2007, at

St. Mary's Cultural Center in Livonia.

Alumni can update their address by

calling Sharon at 734-261-3264; e-

mailing to celebrationstoremember®

yahoo.com or visiting ctrinc.divinci-

net.com.

Bedford Thurston High School

Classes of 1957,1958

A 50-year reunion is planned with

several events Sept. 14-16 at Embassy

Suites, Livonia. For information, con-

tact Ron Beiler at (989)652-9724 or

e-mail at [email protected] or

Marian Keegan Hierholzer at (248)349-

2697 or e-maii at [email protected]

Classes of the '80s

Thurston High School's1'80s Reunion

Committee will host a 2007 THS

Multi-Year Reunion from 6 p.m. to 1

a.m. Saturday, Sept. 22, at the Hyatt

Regency, in Dearborn. A limited num-

ber of first-come/first served tickets

at $59 per person will be available

and no tickets will be sold at the door.

E-mail Andrea Gambotto {Class of '86)

at [email protected] or Dan

Phillips (Class of'82) at DanielP422@

yahoo, com. Representatives from

graduating classes of '80, J82, J88 and

'89 are sought.

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Walkers take stepsto cure blood cancers

Last year 1,200 supporters took steps to raise funds for blood cancer research and patient servicesfor the leukemia & Lymphoma Society.

BY LINDA ANN CHOMINSTAFF WRITER

J eff Rysenga is still trying to deal with the fact there itsno curative treatment for the leukemia doctors d.iag--nosed three years ago after he felt a lump on his neck.

"It was hard for me to understand, telling me I havecancer and not to do anything about it," said Jeff Rysengawho shares a Berkley home with wife Ann and three chil- •dren. "The doctors said because there is no cure we wantto save the treatment for when you need it. I didn't havenight sweats or elevated white cell counts. I was feelingfine. They put me on watch and wait. The problem I had Icouldn't just move on. I needed some way of releasing ener-gy around that issue. I called the Leukemia & Lymphom^iSociety and got some information that was helpful in get jting used to this diagnosis." j

Not long after being told he has chronic lymphocytic leu-kemia Rysenga reached out to the nonprofit and became |involved in Light the Night Walks. This year he's chairingthe Metro Detroit Walk Friday, Sept. 28, at Memorial Parkin Royal Oak, one of seven statewide walks to raise moneyfor blood cancer research and improve the quality of lifefor patients and their families. For more information or toregister, call (8OO) 456-5413 or visit www.lightthenight.org/mi.

After a brief program beginning at 6:45 p.m., walkersleave the park carrying lighted balloons - white for survi-vors, red for supporters, or gold in memory of a loved onewho lost their battle with blood cancer.

"What's really neat about it is we try to make the actualwalk itself almost a party atmosphere with great food. W^have entertainment. It's just fun. The reason we do that is|the hard work of raising money is over - the Tupperware |parties or selling candy bars at work or their kids going ,around the neighborhood with coffee cans," said Rysenga,46, who works in product development for OnStar by 'General Motors. OnStar chose the Society as the focus ofits charitable work this year.

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Fund-raisers helpcontinue research

MEDICAL DATEBOOK

BY LINDA ANN CHOMIN

STAFF WRITER

Ryan Gliesman thought hisfatigue was due to the stress ofworking as a mortgage bankeruntil he "felt a hard object inhis stomach". The 29-year oldFarmington Hills man wouldsoon discover his enlargedspleen was a symptom of theleukemia diagnosed by doctorsin January.

Today, he's back at his deskat Quicken Loans in Livoniathanks to Gleevec, a medica-tion he takes once a day tocombat the chronic myelog-enous leukemia. Gleevec isamong a new generation ofdrugs that target specificproteins which cause cancercells to grow and multiply. Abone biopsy revealed Gliesmancarried the Philadelphia chro-mosome that produces anabnormal protein which tellsthe jbone marrow to keep mak-ing abnormal white blood cells.Gleevec blocks the signal.

"It's the first cancer drugthat's a target therapy. Chemokills both good and bad. Thistargets the one condition. I

kind of put my faith in modernmedicine. I don't ask as manyquestions as people might. I'mkeeping a positive attitude. Theonly cure is having a bone mar-row transplant and there's ahigh fatality rate with that andthey usually only do if a neces-sity," said Ryan Gliesman whoisn't sitting around waiting forhis condition to worsen.

On Oct. 5, more than 30 .friends, family members andco-workers will join him for theLight the Night Walk in GallupPark in Ann Arbor.

"I was very fortunate to havesupport from all my familyand friends," said Gliesman. •"As soon as I got diagnosed mygirlfriend found out about thewalk and had a fund-raiser. Acorn toss game raised $1,500at her parents' home. It's kindof like horseshoes. We got someof the local businesses to con-tribute."

. If you're interested in fund-raising for the Leukemia &Lymphoma Society, visit www.lightthenight.org/mi or call(800) 456-5413.

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with the balloons, it's kind ofan emotional thing."

In 1949 when the Societywas founded the survival ratefor acute lymphocytic leuke-mia (ALL), the most prevalentchildhood form, was 4 percentcompared to 85 to 86 percenttoday.

"The Society's mission isto cure blood cancer andimprove the quality of life forpatients and families," saidPeggy Pattison, deputy execu-tive director of the MichiganChapter. "We spend about $60million a year on researchacross the world. We haveresearchers everywhere tryingto find a cure. We take the bestresearch and do what we canto support who can make leapsand bounds to finding a cure."

Pattison is proud of theprogress made in treatingblood cancers. Since thelS'60s, the five-year survival-a ites have more than doubled.That's important when every10 minutes someone dies ofblood cancer.

"I think it's important tounderstand our further prog-ress is dependent on everyone.Support from each of thecommunities allows us to con-tinue to move forward. Publicawareness is important asVeil to understand what bloodcancers are. There's a littlebit of a misperception. Somepeople believe leukemia is justa, blood disorder and it's a can-cer, to understand Hodgkin'sand Non-Hodgkin's are bloodcancers, and we're here to help^vith all forms of blood cancer."

The Society offers a variety'of services to assist in dealingVith blood cancer.

Education programs for]>atients and medical pro-fessionals make the latestinformation available. Societystaff is waiting to talk topatients from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.•Monday-Friday about treat-nent, clinical trials and how

'The Society's mission is to cureblood cancer and improve thequality of life for patients and

PEGGY PATTISflH, deputy executive direc-tor of the Michigan Chapter

to cope. First Connectionconnects newly diagnosedpatients to a peer volunteer.Teleconferences and Web castswith medical professionalstake place more than 25 timesa year on topics of interest topatients and caregivers free ofcharge. Support groups estab-lish communication betweenblood cancer patients. TheSociety's financial aid pro-grams provide up to $500 forany expense to do with treat-ment, including transportationto and from centers, and cer-tain medications. While thisparticular program is not ona needs basis, the new co-payassistance for premiums andprescriptions is based on anindividual's financial situation.

Laura Dodd, as director ofspecial events for the MichiganChapter of the Leukemia andLymphoma Society, is workingto raise $300,000 from thewalk for research, and educa-tional and financial programs.Last year about 1,200 peopleparticipated.

"This year we're hoping for1,500 to 1,800. People caneven walk up the night of, butif they become involved earlierwe can raise more money," saidLaura Dodd. "We give them allthe supplies to do fund rais-ing parties at their house withsilent auctions. One womanwhen it came time to shave herhead had a party called Shaveto Save and charged people$25 to shave their heads aswell. There's all kinds of inter-esting ways (to raise money),not just a knocking on doorssort of thing."

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AUGUST

Benefit today

4-8 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 26, at the Knights

of Columbus, 19801 Farmington Road,

Livonia, to raise money for medical

bills for Alex Chimpouras, a Clawson

woman fighting ovarian cancer.

Tickets are $10 and include hot dogs

and chips. Tickets for pop and beer can

be purchased and there will be a full

bar. For more informatione, call Patty

Schneider at (734) 266-2476 or Peggy

Grainer at (248) 442-7571 or e-mail to

[email protected].

Treating arthritis naturally

7 p.m. Monday, Aug. 27, with Dr. William

Karl, D.C., at the Livonia Civic Center

Library, 33000 Civic Center Drive

on south side of Five Mile, between

Farmington and Merriman. Find out

which foods help, which hurt. No

charge. Seating limited. For reserva-

tion, call (734) 425-8588.

Divorce support group

7-9 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 28, an attqrney

from The Law Firm of Victoria dis-

cusses divorce issues such as child

support, custody, property settlement,

pensions, spousal support, post-

judgement issues, the firm special-

izes in family law for women only,

"In the Women's Resource Center at

Schoolcraft College, 18600 Haggerty,

Livonia. For information, call (734)

462-4443.

Sharing & Caring event

Screening Breast MRI: How to deter-

mine high-risk status with Whitney

Ducaine of the Cancer Genetics

Program, William Beaumont Hospital,

7-9 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 30, in the

hospital's Cancer Center First Floor

Classroom, 13 Mile and Woodward,

Royal Oak. Sharing S caring offers

educational and support programs for

breast cancer survivors, their family

and friends. Call (248) 551-8585 for

information.

UPCOMINGCelebrate Life

A 5k run/walk Saturday, Sept. 15, to

raise money St. Mary Mercy Hospital

cancer patients who are uninsured or

underinsured, begins at 9 a.m. (7-8:30

a.m. registration) on hospital grounds,

36475 Five Mile at Levan, Livonia.

Runners/wailkers who register on or

before Sept. 7 will be guaranteed a

race T-shirt. For those registering after

Sept. 7, T-shirts will be provided until

supply is gone. Volunteers needed on

race day, Call Carlos Junca at (734)

655-1402 to volunteer or for more

information. Register online to partici-

pate in the race at www.stmarymercy.

org and click on Celebrate Life.

Prostate screening

And educational sessions offered 9

a.m. to noon Saturday, Sept. 8, at the

Charach Cancer Treatment Center

at DMC Huron Valley-Sinai Hospital,

1 William Carls Drive, Commerce. No

charge. Participants will learn warning

signs, receive a diagnostic test and col-

lect pertinent information on prostate

cancer. All men over age 50 who do

not have a history of prostate cancer

and have not had a Prostate Specific

Antigen (PSA) blood test and/or digital

rectal exam within the past year are

eligible and encouraged to participate.

This program is for men who have not

been screened or whose previous tests

have shown no abnormalities. Men who

have attended a screening in the past

and had a positive test result should

follow up with a physician.

Each participant of the annual pro-

gram receives a blood test and digital

exam by a urologist who will look

for abnormalities in the prostrate.

Registration required. Call (888)

362-2500 by Wednesday, Sept. 5.

Appointments limited so early registra-

tion is encouraged.

Liver walk/5K run

To take strides to fight liver disease

Saturday, Sept. 8 (9 a.m. registration

begins, walk steps off 10 a.m.) at Stony

Creek Metropark, Shelby Township.

100-percent of proceeds from walk

go towards fighting liver disease in

Michigan. For information or to regis-

ter, call (888) MY-LIVER (695-4837) or

visit www.liverfoundation.org/chap-

ters/michigan.

Walk'n Roll benefit

Sunday, Sept. 9, at Kensington

Metropark in Milford and Stony

Creek Metropark, Shelby-Township.

Registration begins at 9 a.m. with walk

kick-off at 10 a.m. Presented by ALS of

Michigan to raise funds for Michigan

programs and services to benefit

people with Lou Gehrig's Disease. For

information and to register, call (800)

882-5764 or visit www.alsofmichigan.

org.

Dawn Farm fund-raiser

1-6 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 9, at Dawn Farm,

6633 Stoney Creek Road, Ypsilanti.

Jamboree includes pony rides, moon

bounce, farm animals to pet, entertain-

ment for the family and tours of the

74-acre working farm. Live and silent

auction. Admission is free. Funds

raised through the auctions help Dawn

Farm to provide care for recovering

addicts and alcoholics who have no

financial resources. For more informa-

tion, call (734) 485-8725 or visit www.

dawnfarm.org.

CHADD meeting

Children and Adults with Attention-

Deficit Disorder meets Monday, Sept.

10 at Way Elementary School on W.

Long Lake Road, just east of Telegraph,

Bloomfield Hills. Registration begins at

7 p.m. with the program running 7:30-9

p.m. The Parent Group will have Janet

Rosen PhD, an Educational Specialist

giving Tips and Strategies for your

AD/HD Child to be Successful in School.

The Adult Group will have Philip .

Parker MD, psychiatrist, speaking on

Medication Treatment for Adults with

AD/HD: Back to the Future.'Meetings

free to members, $5 donation per

non-member family. For information

visit www.chadd.net/527 or call (248)

988-6716.

Educational classes

The Alliance for the Mentally Hi begins

the fall Families in Action 10-week

series of educational classes 7-9

p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 12, for family

members in the tri-county area whose

loved one is experiencing some form

of mental iiiness, at St. Regis parish

center in Bloomfield Hills. The cost

for 10-sessions is $20 per person, $30

per couple, includes a workbook. Since

space is limited, call (248) 348-7196 for

program and registration information,

or register on the AMI web site at www.

ami.oakland.org.

Diabetes presentation

Take care of your feet and they will

last a lifetime presentation 7-8:30 p.m.

Wednesday, Sept. 12; in the St. Mary

Mercy Hospital Auditorium, 36475 Five

Mile at Levan Road, Livonia. Please

use Main Entrance on Five Mile! For

more information, call (734) 655-8961.

The speaker is St. Mary Mercy Hospital

podiatrist, Peter Galea, DPM. This is

a St. Mary Mercy Hospital Diabetes

Support Group presentation, however

all are welcome. A new topic is pre-

sented on the second Wednesday of .

each month for adults with diabetes

and family members at no charge. Pre-

registration not required.

Treating thryoid disorders naturally

7 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 12, with Dr.

William Karl, D.C., at the Livonia Civic

Center Library, 33000 Civic Center

Drive on south side of Five Mile,

between Farmington and Merriman. No

charge. Seating limited. For reserva-

tion; call (734) 425-8588.

Bariatric seminars

The Michigan Bariatric Institute (MBI)

at St. Mary Mercy Hospital offers three

iaparoscopic (minimally invasive)

surgical weight loss options including

Gastric Bypass, Adjustable Gastric

Banding, and Sleeve Gastrectomy.

Learn more at one of the next free

monthly Educational Seminar 6:30 p.m.

Tuesday, Sept. 18, in the St. Mary Mercy

Hospital. Auditorium, 36475 Five Mile at

, Levan, Livonia. Call (734) 655-2693 or

1-877-Why-Weight to register for free

Seminar.

Breather's club

A support group for persons afflicted

with lung disease meets at noon on the

third Wednesday of each month at DMC

Huron Valley-Sinai Hospital, 1 William

Carls Drive, Commerce. Pre-registra-

tion not required for the free program.

For details, call (248) 937-3314.

Post-polio conference

Presented by Michigan Polio Network,

a nonprofit providing information and

education on the late effects of polio,

Friday-Saturday, Sept. 21-22, at Soaring

Eagle Casino Conference Center, Mt.

Pleasant. Keynote speaker is Dr. Daniel

Ryan, medical director, St. John Post-

Polio Clinic. Cost is $45. Pre-registra-

tion required for conference and hotel

reservation. Call (248) 476-2477 or

(313) 885-7855.

Salt and your health

Are you tired of depriving yourself of

salt, learn why unrefined salt is a healthy

food and should be part of everyone's

diet 3 p.m. Friday, Sept. 21, with Dr.

William Karl, D.C., at Zerbo's Health Food

Store, 34164 Plymouth Road, east of

Stark, Livonia. No charge. Seating limited.

For reservation, call (734) 425-8588.

Kadima benefit7:30 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 25, at the

Max M. Fisher Music Center in Detroit.

Features the music of Joshua Nelson

and the Kosher Gospel Singers. Cost is

$100. Call (248) 559-8235, ext. 128. All

proceeds will allow Kadima to continue

to provide comprehensive treatment

programs for people who suffer from

mental illness.

Diabetes Review

The American Diabetes Association

and Great Lakes Medical Supply hold

a series of free, one-hour educational

seminars, at the Jewish Vocational

Service (JVS), 29699 Southfield Road. A

certified diabetes educator will speak

about diet, exercise, medications,

stress, the importance of glucose test-

ing and A1C testing. To register, call

Felicia McGee at (888) DIABETES, Ext.

6697. Locations and dates include 11

a.m. to noon Sept. 29, at Walsh College,

3838 Livernois, Troy; 6-7 p.m. Oct. 9,

Royal Oak Public Library, 222 E. 11 Mile,

and 11 a.m. to noon Nov. 3, Alfred Noble

Branch Library, 32901 Plymouth Rd.,

Livonia.

Women's cancer walk

The National Arab American Medical

Association (NAAMA) is partnering

with Barbara Ann Karmanos Cancer

Institute for the Fourth Annual Walk

for Women's Cancer Saturday, Sept. 29,

at the Detroit Zoo. Gates open 8 a.m.,

walk begins 9 a.m. Funds raised will

heip continue current programs for

those affected by women's cancers

as well as help to develop new sup-

port and education programs offered

by Karmanos throughout the year.

For details or to register, call 1-800-

KARMANOS and ask for Patient and

Family Support Services.

Holiday cards

The American Lung Association of

• Michigan (ALAM), a part of its efforts

to raise funds to support lung health

•research, education and advocacy, is

selling holiday cards in a variety of

styles and price ranges, Interested

customers may request an album to

- examine, and cards may be customized

with individual's, family's or company's

name. Purchases made before Sept.30,

will be entitled to a 20 percent early •.

buyer discount. Large quantity dis- : ••

counts also available. To see samples,

of the cards, visit www.buyholiday-, '

cards.com. To preview an album or

for information, contact Betty McNeil

at (248) 784-2030 or toll free at 1-800-

543-5864.

New parents support group

Meets at 10 a.m. on the second and

fourth Wednesday of each month at

DMC Huron Valley-Sinsj Hospital, 1

William Carls Drive, Commerce. For

details, call (248) 858-7766.

H.U.G.S. support group

Help, Understanding and Grief Support

Group and counseling for parents

who have suffered a pregnancy or

newborn !oss,.meet 7-9 p.m. on the

third Thursday of the month, at Huron

Valley-Sinai Hospital, 1 William Carls

Drive, Commerce. For information, call

(248) 937-4847. There is no pre-regis-

tration required.

Hospice volunteers needed

Looking for caring volunteers to

provide in-home companionship

visits to patients with life-limiting .

illnesses and/or respite support for

their caregivers and families. Weekday

availabilityspreferred. St. John Hospice

provides services in Wayne, Oakland,

Macomb and St. Clair counties. Mileage

reimbursement available. For informa-

tion, call (800) 248-2298 or visit www.

stjohn.org/Hospice.

AA support group

Alcoholics Anonymous and the Al-Anon

(for family and friends) groups meet

10 a.m. every Sunday, at Huron Vailey-

Sinai Hospital, 1 William Carls Drive,

Commerce. For information, call (248)

706-1020. No pre-registration required-

Volunteer training

Heartland Hospice Services is looking

for caring and compassionate indi-

viduals for hospice volunteer training

to provide companionship, support

and friendly visits for patients and

their caregivers. Evening and daytime

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Until that time, the best therapy for fibromyalgia is daily exercise, ideally done early in themorning. Early exercise creates endorphins, chemicals that act as the body's own painmedication.

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Good money management can send you back to schoolBY JULIE 8R0WN

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It's a tough gig.• You're trying to save money so youcan get back to school. Back to schoolso you can train for a career, not justanother job.

But you're on a tight budgetalready. In fact, it seems like you'resqueezing your nickels so tight thebuffalo are screaming. After all,you're only spending your money onessentials like food, clothing, housingand transportation.> Where's the extra money going tocome from? Well, there maybe leaksin your budget — and those leakscan be in some surprising places.The soda you pick up each day, thefast food you have for lunch a coupleof times a week, for example, canset you back $60 or more a month.Ouch!; Sure, you need food, but fast food,ghat's an expensive want. It's easy toconfuse wants with needs, but learn-ing the difference can be key to gain-ing a brighter future.

Capt. Malinda O'Neil, corps com-mander with her husband for theWayne-Westland Salvation Army,sees that needs/wants issue often,"especially the people who at the endof the week say, 'Man, I don't know

where my money went.'" O'Neil her-self found she was spending a lot oncoffee at Starbucks, and was able tocut down on that.

She finds people at all incomelevels may not pay attention to littlethings. "So they buy a Pepsi for $1.25"at a convenience store. A larger num-ber of pop cans would be cheaper atgrocery store, however, she noted, "ordo you really need Pepsi?"

O'Neil was talking about budget-ing with a woman who will carrybottles of water and an apple in acooler when she's out and about,so she doesn't have to stop and buyexpensive items. "That I thought wasa good money-saver. So I think plan-ning really helps save a lot," O'Neilsaid.

A lot of Salvation Army clients goto Rent-A-Center for furniture. Theyend up paying over a long time, andby the time an item's paid for it mayneed replacement. She recommendsfinding a thrift store or garage saleand buying there, and adds some newretailers have good deals even on newpurchases.

"I think the biggest thing for allincomes is planning," she said, andavoiding impulse purchases. "Mosttimes you can plan ahead." SalvationArmy centers are often available tohelp with financial planning.

The Salvation Army has teamedup with the National Endowmentfor Financial Education to help theirclients handle money wisely. In apublication put together on "AdultFinancial Mentoring," the two orga-nizations summarize information tohelp people become financially self-sufficient and move away from publicassistance.

One key suggestion is to keep aspending diary for a few weeks. Byjotting down every purchase andthe amount — no matter how small~ you may be surprised at how muchmoney you spend on unnecessarythings. Purchases like pop and chipsmay not seem like much individually,but can quickly add up.

The publication identifies partsof a spending plan: identify income,list expenses, compare income andexpenses, and make changes.

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To list expenses, determine howmuch money is spent each month.List all expenses, and don't forget toinclude the items from the spendingdiary.

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Now Hiring Experienced Team Leaders for busywarehouse/Distribution Plant on 1st 2nd & 3rd shifts

Requirements:• High school Diploma or GED• Must have experience providing directionand leadership to 10 or more• Strong math skills, to include adding,subtraction, multiplication & fractions• Experience working in a warehouse/manufacturing environment preferred• Must be flexible and available to workovertime• Detail oriented and able to work withminimal supervision• Must be computer literate• Able to manage multiple responsibilities• Strong oral and written communicationskills

Team Leaders are responsible for assistingSupervisors in the guiding, motivating and

training of approximately 30 associates, willensure daily production goals are met,

shipments are timely and will also be required tomaintain a clean and safe work area.

Starting Wage $9.25 plus Team Lead premiumand any applicable shift premium

TECHNICOLOR MICHIGANJOB FAIR

Tuesday, August 28,2007 from 1:00pm - 7:00pm

This job fair is open for Team Leaders ONLYThere will be Immediate interviews for those

who qualifyinterviews will be conducted with only those

who provide a professional resumeLocation;

Technicolor 28301 schoolcraftLivonia, Ml 48150

Ho phone calls please

Bacr Supply Companyheadquartered in Vernon Hills, IL, isimmediately seeking a WarehouseAssociate for our distribution warehousein Livonia, MI, Baer Supply is the nation'sleading wholesale distributor to thewoodworking industry. We are seeking anexperienced Warehouse Associate. Thispositi&n requires a sales oriented andcommitted individual, therefore, BaerSupply is offering "above market"compensation as well as an outstandingbenefits package, including Medical,Dental, Vision and 401K,

Interested individuals please fill outemployment application:

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ADULTCARRIERS

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Call Toll Free1-866-867-2737

ANIMAL LOVER NEEDEDPart-Time. Exp. or wilting totrain, Send resume: PO Box51594, Livonia, Ml 48160

APARTMENT PREPFull time, for Westland apts.Must have prior exp. and reli-able transportation.

Call 734-425-0052

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Looking to become a RealEstate Sales Manager?Then we are looking foryou. Apply as anAssistant Manager to oneof Metro Detroit's largestreal estate offices and getyour career on the righttrack. Call for more Infor-mation 888-414-8330

ASSISTANT MANAGERPART-TIME

Needed lor Bedford area stor-age facility. 8 hrs, onSaturdays. Strong customerservice skills & work ethicrequired. Fax resume to:

Joanna at 313-535-1697

ASSISTANTMANAGERS

Universal Etas & ElectricNorth America's fastestgoring energy companyhas opened 2 offices inMichigan. Immediate open-ings for Asst Mgrs, MrTrainees, Customer ServiceReps, Marketing and Officeneeded immediately. Noexperience necessary. Mustbe reliable, hard worker &possess a great attitude.

For a personal interview,calf Mike 1-866-843-9947

AUTO BODYJ&J Collision seeking quali-fied Office Manager to runauto body shop. Mechanicalcertification & CCC estimatinga plus, 313-278-0615

AUTO BODYPORTER

Fischer Body Reflnishing ofFarmlngton Hills Is seeking afull time porter, Must havegood driving record. We offerHealth, Dental, Life, Disabilityand 401K. Apply within:

34600 Grand River Ave,(betwesn Farmington &Drake). 248-442-3545

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AUTO BODY ,TECHNICIAN

Our growing shop Is lookingfor an experienced body tech-nician. Must be state certified.We offer excellent pay, med-ical, dental, life, disability, and401K, Apply within at: FischerBody Reffnlshing ofFarmlngton Hills, 34600 GrandRiver Ave. Call 248-442-3545,

Auto DealershipBODY SHOP

PORTERMust be neat clean, and reli-able. Good driving record anddrug free. Experience pre-ferred, Apply In person

John Rogln Buick30500 Plymouth Road

Livonia, Michigan 48150

AUTO PORTERFull time, Benefits.

Valid driver's license required,Must pass drug screen.

Apply In person.BILL BROWN FORD

Used Cars35000 Plymouth Rd, at.

Wayne Rd., Livonia(734) 522-0030

AUTO SALESPERSON (M/F)No prior sales experience nec-essary. We offer training, afun environment and excellentincome potential, Fax resumeto Eugene at 734-946-0084 or

Call 734-946-0011

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TECHNICOLOR

TEAM LEADERSNow Hiring Experienced Team Leaders for busy

warehouse/Distribution Plant on 1st 2nd & 3rd shiftsRequirements:

• High School Diploma or CED• Must have experience providing directionand leadership to 10 or more.• strong math skills, to Include adding,subtraction, multiplication & fractions• Experience working in a warehouse/manufacturing environment preferred• Must be flexible and available to workovertime• Detail oriented and able to work withminimal supervision• Must be computer literate• Able to manage multiple responsibilities• strong oral and written communicationskillsTeam Leaders are responsible for assistingSupervisors In the guiding, motivating and

training of approximately 30 associates. Willensure daily production goals are met,

shipments are timely and will also be required tomaintain a clean and safe work area.

starting wage $9.25 plus Team Lead premiumand any applicable shift premium

TECHNICOLOR MICHIGANJOB FAIR

^Tuesday, August 28,2007 from 1:00pm - 7:00pmThis Job fair l$ open for Team Leaders ONLY

There wi l l be Immediate Interviews for thosewho qualify

interviews wi l l be conducted wi th only thosewho provide a professional resume

Location:Technicolor 28301 Schoolcraft

Livonia, Ml 48150No phone calls please

AUTOMATIC SCREWMACHINE

ISO certified precisionmachine company has anopening in it's Canton facility.Seeking an Individual withexp. on Davenports. We offera competitive wage, med-icai/dental benefits, overtime,401K, bonus, Please fax yourresume to: 734-414-7006

AutomotiveCHECK IN PORTER

Fulltime only applyBILL BROWN FORD

32222 Plymouth Rd ,See Jim DavisNo phone calls

AUTOMOTIVE MECHANICS& MANAGER

Great pay & benefits to theright person with automotive& sales experience. ContactMarty today at 734-576-1185

CAREGIVERCARING PEOPLE NEEDED

To assist the elderly in theirhomes. Home Instead SeniorCars. Call 9am-4pm

(734) 838-0671

CAREGIVEBSPT. CNA & Exp preferred.Plymouth, Canton &Westland, Call ComfortKeepers 734-771-7404

CARPET CLEANERWill train. Must be bondable,have exc. driving record. CallMike, 248-474-5444.

CARPET CLEANINGTECH

Exp'd onfy, Pay based on exp,Please Calf 734-788-2230

CASHIER/ RECEPTIONISTDo you naturally smile andenjoy working with people,.We nave a part time positionopen Immediately on Mondayand Thursdays 12:00 to 9:00PM and Saturdays 8:00 am to2:00pm, In our Saturn ofFarmlngton Hllis Dealership.

Please send resume to:Saturn of Plymouth

Attn: Donna McKlnney9301 Massey DrivePlymouth Mi48170Fax # 734-453-7902

Or email:dmck!nney@unltedew,comNe telephone calls please.Pay based on experience,

CDL Trainee$35,000 to Start!Deliver roofing supplieswhile learning to drivetruck. Good drivingrecord needed. $40-45kupon promotion to Driver.Outstanding benefitsworth $10kl Apply today!

Wlmsatt Bldg Materials36340 Van Born, Wayne

CERAMIC TILETECHNICIAN

Virginia Tile In FarmlngtonHills Is looking for a F/T TileTechnician to construct con-cept ceramic and stone dis-play boards, and performwarehouse duties. Must becreative, detail orientated, andenergetic. Full benefit pack-age, Send resume [email protected] fax to 734-421-0993,

CHILD CARE ASSISTANTSNeeded for our after

school care, Mon-Frl, 3-6pm,Email resume to:

by August 31.CHILD CARE

Montessorl teachers neededfor learning center In Canton.

734-495-1500,CHIMNEYSWEEPS

BRICKLAYERS.$600-$1500/wk.

Exp, a plus, we'll train.Truck and ladder required.

734-416-0800CLEANERS/JANITORIAL

Commercial cleaners neededparttlme. Days & Eves. 96 &Nswburgh area. 734-751-0633

CLEANING AUTHORITYOf Plymouth seeking housecleaners. No nights or week-ends. Earn $350+ per week.Car required, 734-455-4570

CLEANING PERSONNELLooking for Bank cleaners &project person. Pay range Se-l l 1 p/hr to work from 2-5 hrspBr Cay. Call 313-372-9680

CLERICAL,KITCHEN & DINING

Private dining facility InBloomfield Hills has part-timepositions In the kitchens din-ing room; part-time clericalposition with 2-3 yrs. comput-er experience required.

Fax resume: 248-644-7308by Frl., Aug. 31,2007

CNC OPERATORSMaster Automatic, a precisionmachining company, is seek-ing a CNC Set-Up Operators.Potential candidates musthave CNC Lathe experiencewith Slemans and Fanuc con-trollers, Afternoon shift avail.

Please complete applicationor send resume to: Master

Automatic, Inc.40485 Schoolcraft Rd,Plymouth, Ml 48170Fax: 734-459-4598

Attn: Human [email protected] REPAIR TECH

Exp. Certified, I-Car TrainedIndividual. Shop In Farming-ton Hills. Salary commensu-rate with exp. 248-553-7111

CONSTRUCTIONIndividual experienced Incaulklng-resldential & com-mercial, Acrylic, polyurethane& silicone compounds. Sendresume to: P.O. Box B, NewHudson, Ml 48165

COOKS - SHORT ORDERPart time, flexible hours, daysor nights. Experience, a neatappearance and a good per-sonality are required. Call Kenat 734-427-1060

COUNTER POSITIONSAVAILABLE

Part time, 3-7pm. Mon.-Fri.,and weekends. Ideal for stu-dents. Call 734-591-6166

CUSTOMER SERVICEWorking In our Plymouthoffice, Good organizationalskills, basic computer,Fulltime only, Call 734-781-4020 Breeze Freeze inc.

DEMONSTRATOREvery Sat & Sun. Sept 8th-Dec, Demonstrate/sell puri-fiers In stores. 9am-4pm.$8/hr. 734-641 -2944

DIRECT CARE ASSI8TANTBe part of the team. Assistspecial population adults, Wewill train. $8.08 plus good ben-efits, Livonia 248-474-0283,734-953-8911,734-425-8334

Direct Care- Make a differ-ence I Support people withdisabilities living their life theway they want to! Assist withpersonal care, meals, takingcare of their homes, gettingplaces etc. Many locations,many shifts! If you are at least18 years old, have a validMichigan's Driver's License &are CCA, Inc. trained, call ourJob Line 734-728-4201, 0#.

DIRECT CARE STAFF$8.20 wages & benefits.

Must be trained/valid license,313-255-6295

DIRECT CARE WORKERPart-time possible full-time.

Start at $7.46/hr.(734) 394-5520

DIRECT CARE WORKERWestland & Canton Group

Homes, afternoon & midnight.Competitive wages/benefits.

734-397-6955DIRECTOR OF

COMMUNICATIONSServe as chief editor for ailexternal & Internal communi-cations; perform writing,updating, editing, publishing &researching functions involvedwith institution's publications,releases & their website; over-see collection & circulation ofmedia coverage, supervise,photography, internet design& advertising; perform admin-istrative duties as needed forDevelopment office of institu-tion; and serve as WebsiteCommittee & MarketingCommittee Chairperson. Musthave BA or equiv. inCommunications Managementor related and 3 years relatedexperience. Please sendresume to: S. Bertschy (Ref.#813913) 22305 West 13 MileRd., Beverly Kills, Ml 48205.

Distribution/Warehouse &Light Packaging

WILL TRAIN w/BenefitsUrge national companyexpanding in Metor Detroit!Full and Part time openings.Must pass a backgroundcheck & drug screen!Reliable Transportation

Apply in person Mon-Thurs 8:30am-11:00am at:

24500 Michigan AvenueDearborn, Ml 48124

DRIVER/ EQUIPMENTOPERATOR

Local, $10-$12/hr. entry. Call313-937-8913, Redford

Driver

OWNER OPERATORSNEEDED

Regional & Long MaulAvailable. Average

$1.85 gross per mile +.39$ cpm fuel surcharge.

Great Hornet! me.Flatbed Training Available.

No forced Dispatch,Call Ron Today!

800-611-3763 ,Class A/5 mo,OTR exp, req.

www.maionBccnIraclors.com

DRIVER TRAINEESNEEDED!

Earn $800+ per weak!Train to drive for

Werner EnterprisesAt Nu-Way - #1 In Ml!

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No experience neededl2 local training centers1-888-822-8743

DRIVER W/EXPERIENCEfor Retail Furniture Delivery

WANTED IMMEDIATELY!2-3 years experience mandato-ry, Pay determined by experi-ence, plus get company paidmedical for you and your fam-ily, 401k with a companymatch and furniture discounts.Qualifications include; Highschool diploma, Michigan dri-ver's license with chauffeur orCDL-B endorsement, arid theability to lift heavy objects,Apply In person at the Gardner-White warehouse located at21001 Groesbeck, just north of8 Mile Road. Enter through theCustomer Pick-Up entrance.

Ask for Doug.

DRIVERS CDL A or BFirst Year $45,000

Local delivery of buildingmaterials. Opportunity tocross-train on differenttypes of equipment. Hsavylifting required, Full benefitpackage.

Wlmsatt Building Materials. 36340 Van Born, Wayne

DriversGREAT PART TIME JOB!

We need responsible deliverydrivers who are- good withdirections. Must have owntransportation. We offer greatPT hours. Please apply at29425 Six Mile Rd., Livonia

Mon-Thurs 2p-4p or4897 Rochester Rd., Troy.Mon-Thurs, 3:30a-11 ;30a.

No phone calls please

Drivers/Kitchen [Part-Time)Average $10/hr,RETIREES,

H0MEMAKERSLivonia caterer. Mon-Fri.,mornings. Will train. Need car.

(248) 642-0955DYNAMIC LEASING

CONSULTANTfor new community In Howell.F/T. Must work weekends. Faxresume 810-632-6900, or call810-632-4800

EVENT COORDINATOR/FUND RAISER

National health agency seeksEvent Coordinator for phonerecruitment for local fundrals-Ing programs, 100% phonework. Temporary position, 35hrs. per week, Enthusiasticself-starter w/ strong commu-nication skills. Sales exp. aplus. EOE

248-474-0235

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FACTORY WORKLocal manufacturing companyis seeking an individual withpast factory experience Inpacking and assembly ofsmall parts. High schooldegree or GED required. Thiposition will be entry level andwill start at $8.50/'hr. withbenefits within 90 days.Please send resume to:

PO Box 607Wayne, Ml 48184FIRE EXT TECH 'EXPERIENCED

Good driving recordFax resume 313-255-9898

FLEET MECHANICCity of Birmingham

The City of Birmingham isseeking qualified applicantsfor the position of Full-TimeFleet Mechanic. Duties requirea full range of preventative &scheduled maintenance activi-ties on City vehicles & equip-ment Diagnose & make equip-ment repairs. Requirements:H.S. Diploma or GED; supple-mented by tech, training Invehicle, & equipment repair,Mln,2yrsexp. in ligfit & heavyequipment, automotive orequipment training coursesmay be substituted for a por-tion of experience requirementWelding & Metal fabricationexp. preferred. Salary startingat $19.61 per hr + benefits.Must possess: Michigan GDIw/A or 8 & N tanker endorse-ment, State of Michigan certi-fied Automotive and HeavyDuty Truck Cert, and /orNational Institute forAutomotive Service Excellence(ASE). Master Automotive &Master Heavy Duty TruckCerts, preferred.

Applications will be acceptedattheH.R.dept,.151 Martin,Birmingham, Ml 48012,through 5;DO P.M. Friday,September 14, 2007.Applications are available atthe Human ResourcesDepartment, or online at:

www.ci.birmingham.ml.usThe City of Birmingham is anequal opportunity employerseeking qualified minority andwhite applicants, withoutregard to race or other pro-tected status.

FLORIST HELPERProduction work. Full or

part time. Willing to train.

Apply on-slteMonday through Friday

8am-4pm •

TFI Enterprises24001 Telegraph Rd.Southfleld, Ml 48033

GENERALPACKAGING

$7.15- $9,00 per hourCall Phoenix Personnel

734-284-2121 EEOCGeneral Services

FOXFiJNFox Run, an ErlcksonRetirement Community, oneof the nation's leaders In thedevelopment and manage-ment of full-service retirementcommunities, currently hasopportunities available In thefollowing departments:

• Housekeeping• Maintenance

* Security-EMT preferred• Transportation-

CD!, preferredTo apply,

please visit our website:www.erlGkson.com

select "Careers," key wordsearch: "Fox Run"

or fax your resume to:248-668-8710, attention:

HR/ General Services,EOE

Grocery Stackers

Overnight and Day Shifts.Must be able to perform

efficiently In a demanding,fast paced, productionoriented environment,Confidentially reply to:

PO BOX 2775Farmington Hills, Ml 48333

HAIR SALON RECEPTIONISTFull time, 30-32 hrs;Farmington Hills,. Hair Stylistpositions also available.

248-626-8020

HAIRSTYLISTSNew salon In Uvonla. Full/part-time, Guaranteed wage, bene-fits. Cindy: 248-919-1180

HIRING LOCAL DRIVERGood pay & benefits. CDL-Aw/2#ears exp, needed.

Apply: www.bwpt.net

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HOUSEKEEPERSExperienced. Full-time.

Fax resume; 734-721-1300

Housekeeping/Leasing

Plymouth apartmentcommunity seeking high-ly energetic individualwith a great personalityto join the housekeep-ing/leasing team. Dutiesinclude cleaning vacantsuites, common hallways& general office help.Health benefits after 90days. Opportunity foradvancement.

Calf 734-453-7144

HR GENERALISTWanted at middle-sizeLivonia-based Company, 5years+experience, ability towork with a team a must,

Email resumes [email protected]

or fax (734) 943-6180

HVAC TECHLong Mechanical fs THE placeto practice your heating &cooling craft. We treat ourcustomers like royalty, & wetreat our employees the same.Mlnlmim 5 yrs. exp. Faxresume: 248-349-3869

INSTRUCTORS Needed to helpin pre-school, cheerleadlng &gymnastic classes. Will train.Flexible hours. Full/part timeposition. Call 734-981-9900

JANITORP/T. Early morning hours. CallLaurel Manor, (734) 462-0770, ask for Linda,

JANITORIALLaurel Park Place

FT 3rd shift - clean mall withmachinery & chemicals.Email to [email protected] apply at customer service37700 West 6 Mile Rd, EOE

LABORERSTo work in the seismic indus-try. No exp necessary. Pre-employment drug screenrequired. Out of state travelrequired. Call: 248-446-9533

LEAD TEACHER, F/TFor Christian learning cen-ter In Plymouth. Call fordetails, (734)455-3196

LEASING AGENTFor apts. In Clearwater, FL.

Close to beaches, Must haveexperience, Fax resume:

850-576-3664Loan Operations Assistant

Growing community bank inPlymouth seeks full-time loanoperations assistant. Priorloan ops exp, required,LaserPro Lending exp, a plus,Fax resumes to 734-418-9401

or email: loutchn®newlEberlybank.com.EOE. No phone calls.

LOOKING FOR ACAREER

(not a job,)a Career?

Change your life-Real Estate Sales Agent.Feel good about yourself,personally and financially.

CALL ED B0WLINAT 734-591-5940, EXT. 107

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MACHINE OPERATORCNC machine shop InWestland is looking for CNCLathe Operators for afternoon/night shift only, Experiencehelpful. Great benefits andovertime, Email:

info@robmar,comFax: 734-326-2506

Uo Phone Calls

MACHINE SHOPHELPER

Day Shift, full time,,, $8.75/hour, duties Include.debur-rlng, cleaning parts and inven-tory control. Must have theability to read, write and speakEnglish, and to do simple mathfunctions including workingwith decimals/fractions, Basiccomputer skills, and the abilityto use shop measuring toolsare helpful but not required.Benefits include Profit shar-ing/401 (k); health, drug, den-tal, short/long term disability,and life insurance; vacation,and sick/personal days,Located near 10 Mile andGrand River. Resumes will beaccepted until 5 pmWednesday, 8/29/07. EOE

FAX to 248-426-5631OR e-mail to:

[email protected] "Machine Shop"

MACHINISTBridgeport & Surface GrinderHand. Gage experience. Full &

Part-Time. Commerce Twp,(248) 360-3762

MACHINISTFull-time entry-level positionfor production work. Full bene-fits, Apply at Lyon Mfg, 13017Newburgh Livonia, Mls48150.

MAINTENANCE/ HVACFlorida, close to beaches,hunting, fishing. Live In &

work at apt complex, FT, Faxresume: 850-576-3664

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MAINTENANCELaurel Park Place

PT 2nd shift. Buffer, scrubber,rider knowledge helpful.Email to [email protected] apply at customer service37700 West 6 Mile Rd. EOE

MAINTENANCE SPECIALISTFull-time with benefits atFarmington VMGA. Preven-tatlve maintenance & repairs,prior work exp. required.Ed Williams; 313-267-5300

MAINTENANCE SUPERVISORSuccessful candidate must bestrong In troubleshooting andrepairing steel processing

-machinery equipped withPLC's, sensors, motors,drives,,hydraullcs and typicalmechanical power transmis-sion systems. Primary skilldesired Is high/low voltage.Sound mechanical repairrequired. Position Is on 2ndshift. Production supervisionexperience a plus. Competitivesalary/benefits, Canton, Ml,Please email resumes to:oeresume®hofnetownllfe.com(Reference code 1595)

MANAGERFood processing plant needsexp,, sharp, production man-ager. Attractive salary & bene-fits. Fax resume:248-348-1848

MANAGERLarge apt, community Isseeking Individual who Ismotivated, has outgoingpersonality & computerknowledge, Requirements:have first contact withprospective clients, do fol-low-up calls, process serv-ice calls & leases. Excellentpay, Minimum 3 yrs, exp.required, Email resume to:wi!shlre555@hotmall,com

MANAGERNeeded for large houslriicommunity In Northville. 2years prior condo/co-opcommunity manager expe-rience needed along withexcellent writing skills,supervision, reporting, andbudget compliance. Con-struction knowledge help-ful. Send Introduction letterand qualifications to:

[email protected] fax 248,553.4570 EOE

Manufacturing:Tier II automotive coatingsupplier, fast paced envi-ronment has the following:

Working Line Leader1st & 2nd Shifts

Run production line teamwith limited supervisionTrain/Cross Train all teammembers for efficiency.Adjustment of manpower to

schedule requirements,insure all products areprocessed according tocustomer requirements.

Submit resume to:The Crown Group Attn: HR

31774 Enterprise DriveLivonia Ml 48150

FAX: (734) [email protected]

MARKETING POSITIONSMarketing Reps. Outgoingpersonality & reliable trans^portatlon a must. Tremendouscareer opportunity, Hourlyplus commission, Call George

0 248-277-4147 orEmail resume to:

bluegreancorp.comRef Code: OE0823 EOE

Adultarners

WESTERN WAYNE COUNTY ANDFARMINGTON AREA

Previous experience preferred. Must beavailable on Thursday and Saturdayevening/Sunday morning. Reliable

transportation. Possible earnings of$40.00-$80.00 per delivery. .

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Auburn HillsAll Shifts

VVe are a-rapidly growingdivision of WescoInternational (NYSE) anda- leader in outsourceprograms with Fortune250 companies for MR0materials and inventorymanagement services.We need experiencedmaterial handlers whoare organized, detail-ori-ented, able to lift 50 lbs.,and have effective peopleskills, to start a new pro-gram in Auburn Hills.Responsibilities includereceiving and dispatchingmaterials, cycle counts,order pulling, and cus-tomer service, We offeran attractive salary andfull benefits including aMatch 401k Plan.Please send you resumeand salary history to:

Human ResourcesBRUCKNER SUPPLY CO.

36 Harbor Park DrivePort Washington, NY

11050Fax: 516-953-1533

or email to:

BrucknerSupply.com

Material HandlerLochinvar Corporation, aworld leader In water heatersand boilers Is seeking a fulltime material handler / forktruck operator for our DetroitDistribution Center, 2-3 yearsprior experience required; weoffer a competitive wage andbenefits package. EOE. Ifqualified, apply at 45900 PortStreet; Plymouth, Ml; phone734-454-4480: or fax,

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MECHANICALTECHNICIAN/

COILERAssociated Spring is seek-ing a dynamic MechanicalTechnician/Coller to join itsNational Sales/ProductDevelopment Center (POC).The Mechanical Technician/Coiler will be responsiblefor fabricating a wideassortment of spring prod-ucts for development.Provide technical support,training, and problem solv-ing for Associated SpringOperating Divisions. It youare a high-energy, motivat-ed individual who thrives Ina fast-paced environment,you are encouraged to sub-mit your name for furtherconsideration.

Core Responsibilities:Review design sheet beforeinitiating the production.Produce springs meetingdesign sheet requirements.Setup and operate springcollers (CNC & Mechani-cal), grinders, shot blast,hsat set/quench, furnacesand related equipment,Perform preventative main-tenance on equipmentnoted above. Modify tool-ing as required, MaintainRaw Material Log, MaintainProcess Control Sheets,

Quallticatians:Computer literacy (Word,Excel, Outlook, Email).Capable of reading andinterpreting blueprints anddesign sheets. 5+yrs. exp,Must have basic fabricationskills. Must nave basicknowledge of spring funda-mentals and design, Springmaking experience desired.

Education Requirements:High School graduate.Some college/technicalschool work preferred

Please forward resume:

Attn; Human Resources15150 Cleat St.

Plymouth Ml 48170or email:

[email protected]

Medical Assistant & Exp'd.Receptionist. See our DisplayAd in the Healthcare Recruit-ment Page in today's newspa-per. Fax:734-996-8767

, [email protected]

NOW HIRINGWe are recruiting for the fol-lowing positions, Must be ableto work in the Novi, WalledLake & Commerce Twp, Areas

'Warehouse/Forkllft(licensed)

'Assembly/PackagersCALL (248)477-0512

ARCADIA

OFFICE CLEANING - $10/ hr.Plymouth, Mon-Fri., 4 hrs. pernight, start btwn 2 & 5pm.Exp'd only, (734)388-0138

• Oil ChangeTechnicians •

10 Minute Oil Change experi-ence or will train. Full &/orpart-time. Apply In person:34680 W, 8 Mile Rd.,Farmlngton Hills. V&mileW, ofFarmlngton Rd, 248-476-1313

OPERATIONS MANAGER

The Metro Group, a premiereground transportation compa-ny located near DetroitMetropolitan Airport, Is seek-ing a dynamic, detail orientedand highly motivated individ-ual for an operations managerposition. We seek a hands-on,experienced professional toassist in directing one of ourlargest and busiest transporta-tion divisions, Ideal candidatewill have extensive knowledgeof the transportation industry,with preference given to expe-rience in large shuttle opera-tions, i.e. municipal, airport,etc, Working knowledge ofindustry specific routing soft-ware, scheduling, budgeting,and MS office (Excel) are aplus. Excellent communica-tion and interpersonal skillsare necessary, including theability to work with all levels ofemployees in a fast pacedenvironment. The successfulcandidate must have at least 5years of experience. TheMetro Group offers a compet-itive compensation and bene-fits package including a401 (k) plan, Interested candi-dates should forward resumewith salary requirements to(734)946-7417 or mall to:

Attn: HR Dept./Operatlons24957 Brest RoadTaylor, Ml 48180

Fax: 734-946-7417EOE

PACKAGINGPart time to Fulltime. Days,

Westland.734-595-7600

Call to place your ad ai1-800-579-SEUI7355)

OH Ml

PAINTER NEEDEDMust have Experience,

Residential/Commercial.Call Kevin: 313-815-7726

PAINTERS & LABORERSPainters must have 5 yrs exp,for Commercial Paint Co. Musthave valid drivers license &vehicle. Background & drugscreen req. 734-266-1500

Personnel AssistantPART TIME

Distribution center in WesternOakland County needs per-sonable and detail mindedIndividual to assist Director inall phases of administration 3days a week. Prefer experi-ence In wholesale distributionindustry. Must be familiarwith COBRA, I-9, MESC andWC, Skills to Include EDPpayroll processing, benefitadministration, database,using Microsoft Office.

Send resume In confidenceto. FAX 248-374,6065.

PORTER/MECHANIC HELPERSome mechanical aptitude &knowledge of minor autorepair. For auto dealership.Must be reliable and havevalid driver's license. CailEugene at 734-946-0011 foran immediate interview or faxresume to 734-946-0084

PRODUCTIONPERSONNEL

Manufacturing firm seeksProduction Personnel, Lightindustrial environment, excel-lent benefits, tuition reim-bursement. Apply in person at19414 Gerald SI,1, Northviile.

For questions please call248-449-3620 EOE.

PT EnrollmentEarn up to $550 per weekpart-time. We train, May workfrom home. 1-888-695-3473

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QUALITY ENGINEERTier 1 Automotive supplier,has an immediate opening foran Internal Quality Engineer.An Ideal candidate will pos-sess excellent communicationskills and advanced skills inproblem solving manufactur-ing processes along withstrong Quality leadershipexperience. Prefer automo-tive manufacturing experienceand.a bachelor degree with 3-5 years of relatBd experience.This position will focus onInternal operations.Please complete application

or send resume to:Master Automatic, Inc.40485 Schoolcraft Rd.Plymouth, Ml 48170Fax: 734-459-4598

Attn: Human [email protected]

QUALITY LABTECHNICIAN

Master Automatic, a precisionmachining company, is seek-ing a Quality Lab Technician.Potential candidates mustposses the skills to operateand program CMM, operatevarious Inspection equipmentand have the ability to developgauging plans using opera-tional drawings. The candi-date must also have advancedknowledge of GD&T and lay-out skills. Please completeapplication or send resume to:

Master Automatic, Inc,40485 Schoolcraft Rd.Plymouth, Ml 48170Fax: 734-459-4598

Attn: Human [email protected]

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COMMERCIALMcKinley Inc., a nationalleader in apartment hous-ing Industry, has excitingopportunities available forenthusiastic and flexiblepeople to join our team inthe Brokerage ServicesDepartment! We offerexcellent pay/benefits! Weare currently hiring for anexperienced CommercialReal Estate Agent with pre-vious experience showingand teasing listings. Thisposition pays 100% com-mission. EOE,

Apply online at;

www.mcklnlBy.comOr email resume to:

[email protected]

Relocate SeniorsSeeking compassionate, goal-oriented individuals who haveexp with seniors. P/T with flex-ible hrs. Will work independ-ently & able to drive directly tocustomers in Farmlngton area,

Email or fax resume:[email protected]

248-552-1949

RETAIL SALESASSOCIATES

Voted 1 of SE Michigan's Top10 Bridal Salons! Now seekingprofessional FULL TIME SalesAssociates. (No bridal experi-ence required.) Expect to work

Sat, 10-5 (closed Sun.)Flexible hours Mon-Frl. Email

"NEW HIRE RESUME" to:[email protected] call: 734.455.4800

SALES/SUPPORTO u t g o i n g / o r g a n i z e d .Clerical, phone & computer.40 hrs, some weekends.$7-$9 w/advancementopps, Wayne, Ml. Sendresume to: Jenny®

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SALON HOUSEKEEPER/RECEPTIONIST

Part time. Please call PhilipNolan's Salon: 248-478-2626

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v 1-800-579-7355

Help Wanted-General

SECURITYOFFICERS

The Wackenhut Corporationhas openings In SuperiorTownship for SecurityOfficers. $10/hour. Requires 2yrs. security/military experi-ence, HS dip/GED, valid driv-ers license, clean crimerecord, For a complete listingof basic qualifications visit:

www.wackenhut.comCall Sue 248-477-9714. EOE

M/F/D/V

SHIFTSUPERVISOR

Aerospace/Automotivefinishing company look-Ing for a high energyhands-on, exp'd produc-tion Supervisor. Must beflexible with regard toshift, with excellent com-munication skills. Metalfinishing experience aplus but we will train. Weoffer an exceilent bene-fits package In additionto40ikw/match, Salarycommensurate withexperience. Fax resumeor apply In personbetween 9am-4pm to:

IHC Inc.12400 Burt Road,Detroit Ml 48228

Fax# 313-535-3220

STAFFINGSUPERVISOR

Action Associates Is seeking aproven Staffing Supervisor tooversee branch operations,Excellent opportunity for acareer minded individualseeking a challenging &rewarding position. Requires:3-5 yrs supervisory, tempo-rary staffing & professionalrecruiting exp. E-mail resume& salary requirements to;

[email protected] FAX 810-227-1344

EOE

STOCK & CLEAN UPFull-Time. Good pay, Cail Sidor Harry, 248-352-7377

Surveyor LAND SURVEYOR' Livonia firm seeking:

Crew Chief, Rod Man& Instrument Man

Phone: 734-953-3335Fax: 734-953-3324

arpdonn@ameritach,net

Call to place your ad at1-800-579-SELL(7355)

HeipWanleri-General

TAX PREPARERSNEEDED

FREE TAX SCHOOLEarn $$$$ after classClasses start 9/10/07.Call 800-658-1042 or

734-718-2884Small fee for books

LIBERTY TAX SERVICEGARDEN CITY

TEACHERLOWER ELEMENTARY

For Montessor! School In Tro.y.Email: [email protected]

Call: 586-979-5501

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TEACHERTo teach physics to adult stu-dents, BS In physics isrequired. Send resume to18326 Woodward Ave, DetroitMl 48203

TEACHERS ASSISTANTSExp. necessary. The ChlldrensHour Day Care Now Hiring.Call Mon-Fri before 6pm.

734-459-9920

TeachersGARDEN CITY SCHOOLS

NEEDSPART TIME-TEACHERS

SECONDARYMusic, Nutrition and Foods,Pre-Employment Skills,Science, Sociai Studies,Vocational Hiospltality

ELEMENTARYArt, Computers, Music, Phy-sical Education, and Japanese.

Fax Resume to;Jack Pelon, Director

734-762-8534,

TEACHERSPART TIME:

Adult English as a 2nd lan-guage (degree and/or csrtlfi-.cation req'd.}, Call LivoniaPublic Schools 734-744-2607

TECHNICIANQualified Access Control/

CCTV Service Full time Tech.Email resume: Cheryl®detection-systems.com

TIG WELDERNeeded. Exp. with all typesof metal. Days, benefits,Please cail 313-533-5277.

HEALTH CAREOPPORTUNITIES

DENTAL

ASSISTANT

DA grad. 'Restorative practicew/strong emphasis

on cosmeticdentistry. We value

your clinical,organizational &communication.

skills. MOD. * Thurs.only. Benefits. NW

Uvonia. emailresume

sbcglobainet §.. Or fax: §248-474-1588 I

ORTHODONTICASSISTANT

Our busy orthodonticoffice Is searching fora

fun, bright, energeticperson with clinical

experience who enjoysa fast pace. We offer a

challenging careeropportunity in a team-oriented environmentwhere employees areappreciated for theirnvolvement and talent.3 4 days/wk. N r248-465-7500ORTHODONTICRECEPTIONISTSeeking a mafu cmotivated persto complete o i '

professional tec*Must be comfortr •

handling patie •nances, demons .

excellentcommunicatio

and people ski

248-465-7500

Direct Care workersSupporting people with disabilities in their homes

Requires good driving recordNeeded for Fat mlngton Kills, Livonia. Garden Cfty Dearborn Heights, Westli&d and Bedford.

All shifts. $7.30 Untralned/$7.80 TrainedContact Justin at (248)477-5209 sxt. 107

M6CiiCCI IAccicfnnt

Experienced for newer Family Practice office inCommerce Twp. Must have transportation,computer experience, typing skills, and atleast 3 years experience as MA. XRayand immunization experience helpfulPlease fax resume to None

At Arbor Hospice, our RNs, LPNs andHHAs become vital members of

interdisciplinary teams that provide| exceptional individualized care to patients

and families in a seven-county servicearea and our Residence.

Hospice OpportunitiesAnn Arbor Hospiceflgmq Care;

HHA-Full-timeRN - ContingentLPN - Full-time & Contingent

On-Call!RNs/LPNs On-Call Visit Triage -

Part-time & ContingentFor more Information or to apply on-line,

please visit our web-site atwww.arborfaospiee.org. No phone calls please.

Medical AssistantMedical office seeks experienced Receptionist. Must havestrong computer & medical insurance knowledge. Full Time

with exc. pay & benefits, Ann Arbor area.Fax resume to: 734-996-8767or Email: [email protected]

MEDICAL ASSISTANTMedical Assistant needed in Novi - Part time, moving to

full time. 1 Yr. experience needed. Benefits offered.

Fax or Email Resume: 248-324-0009 - [email protected]

QOINFINITYPRIMARY CARE

Seeking experienced:Medical Assistants {FT &PT)

• Front Desk Receptionists

Strong computer skills required.

We offer comprehensive benefits!

Please send resume w/salary history to:

[email protected] •Fax: (734) 853-4900 1

www.inflnityprimarycare.com 1

* PHYSICALTHERAPISTSPHYSICAL THERAPY

i southfieid, P.c. isj looking for full-

time PhysicalTherapists

interested i n

orthopedic ma"Ljitherapy, salaries *t$55,000 and atoi.9will be negotiated

| based onexperience. A sigionbonusof$f>0"wlllcompl!mer:asuite of benefits

Please fax resume, to 248-357-4544

mcorWITH EXPERIENCE

[email protected]

HarperAssociates

RN OpportunitiesMany locations and

_ _ G r e a t Salaries! _

2+ years experience required

• CMAs and Receptionists• Practice Managers

• Billers-Specialty Offices• Coders-RHIT/RHIA&CPC

• Allergy & Derm RNs• Oncology RNs,Private Practice

* Nurse Practitioners andPhysician Assistants• Nurse Managers

Resume to: [email protected]: 248-932-1214

Phone: 248-932-1204 •www.harperjoba.com!

MedicalOffice Staff

Large psychiatricgroup is seeking to fill

several positions -operations manager,

medical billers,secretary/receptionist,file clerk, marketingdirector, behavioralcase manager, Allapplications with

relevant experiencewelcome. Full/Part time

positions.Mail or Fax resume to:

Executive Director221 S. Main St • Ste 201 I

Royal Oak fvil 48067 .Fax 248-398-6265. j

0E08552114J

CSient ServicesRepresentative

(Multiple Openings)Michigan Veterinary Specialists is currently

seeking multiple candidates to join our team as aClient Service Representative. Positions availablefor FT, PT, day and/or evening shifts.Responsibilities closely align with a medicaloffice assistant: create & maintain client files,schedule appointments, patient in-talce, answerbusy multi-line phone. Constant interaction withclients and patients, excellent customer servicerequired.Requirements:

Professional individual needed with flexibility inscheduling (some weekends and alternatingkolida/s required). Must be exfremely proficientin handling a heavy call volume. Demonstratedexperience irt a multi-clinician office andveterinary experience a plus.

Salary dependent upon experienceExcellent Wnefits package available to Includemedical, dental, vision, 401K and Per Care

Please send resume cmg* salary requirements [email protected] or appfy in person.

Farmington Hills healthcare providerseeking qualified computed tomography(CT) imaging technologist. Full-time &Part-time positions available. Candidate

will enjoy a convenient out patientsetting, no call, no weekends. Offering -

competitivesalary andbenefits

based uponapplicants

experience.Please

forwardformation to

[email protected] or mailAssociates in Medical Imaging, IXC.552 Youngstown-Warren Road Niles,

Ohio 44446Attention R.K III

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WarehouseFull-Time temporary ware-house and drivers needed.Class BCDL license. Must beable to lift 50 lbs.Good driving record a must.

Apply in person at 35901Veronica, Livonia btwn.

the nours of 9-4 Mon-Fri.

Water Extraction/Carpet Cleaning Tech

Water extraction & car-pet cleaning teeh to usaour truck mount unit.Must be experiencedwith good driving record.

Call 734-421-0200for interview.

YARD PERSONTrucking company looking

for Yard Person.Call Mon-Fri, 9am-4:30pm

(734) 455-4036

Help Wanted-Computer/lnfo Systems

IT SUPPORT PERSONwanted for Novi MedicalPractice. Flexible hours.

Maintain LAN, assist w/sys-tem upgrades. Fax resume to:248-426-7335 Attn: Michelle

Help Wanted-OHiceClerical

ACCOUNTING ASSISTANT:A growing development com-pany is looking for an account-ing assistant The job respon-sibilities are but not limited to,assisting the controller, pro-cessing A/P and A/R, job cost-Ing and property managementexperience a plus,

Send resumes [email protected]

ADMINISTRATIVEASSISTANT

Busy Plymouth ManufacturersRep firm looking for a personwith excellent communicationand computer skills includingWindows XP, Microsoft Office:Word, Excel, & PowerPoint.Transcription of data, answer-ing phones, etc. Position is afull time temp for 4 mos.with potential for full time.Please fax resume to BrianKnight: 734-451-1228

ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANTGrowing Livonia FinancialPlanning-Practice has a posi-tion available for detail-orient-ed person with excellent com-puter, communication & peo-ple skills. Must have experi-ence working in a profession-al office. Permanent, part-time(25 tirs/wk).' Email resume to:

If isher@if aadvisors.comor fax to: (734) 953-8607

ADMINISTRATIVEASSISTANT

Livonia office looking fora detail-oriented personto handle multiple duties.Answering phones, filing,typing, and posting ofbills, Must be organizedancthaveagood person-ality. Accounting experi-ence a plus. Fulltime.

Please fax resume to:734-421-0202

ADMINISTRATIVESUPORT

We are seeking individualswho have current office expe-rience. Skills required are:Excel, Word, AR/AP plus gen-eral office.

CALL (248)477-0513

ASSISTANT CITY CLERK

CITY OF LIVONIA

For complete informationvisit our website at:

www.ci.livonia.mi.usqr apply in person at

Livonia City Hall, 3rd floor,33000 Civic Center Dr.,

Livonia, Ml 48154

E.O.E.M/F/H

Clerical: Payroll Benefits,401KM Full-Time Exp & Excel

Knowledge Preferred877-885-8814 x1

EXECUTIVE

Assistant to HospitalCEO

Executive Assistant forHavenwyck CEO to assistwith all administrativeissues of senior managersand medical staffHavenwyck Hospital is 182bed psychiatric facilitylocated in Auburn- Hills onLake Galloway at UniversityDrive and 1-75 expressway.Salary is negotiabledepending upon experi-ence. At least 5 yearsAdministrative-Secretaryexperience and prefer col-lege and health care back-ground. If you have anyquestions please call Caraat 248-371-2235.Interested parties shouldfax or email their resume to:

Cara Covey-Guigar,CHRS, CWCP

Havenwyck Hospital1525 University Drive

Auburn Hills, Ml 48326Fax: 248-373-0528

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LEGAL SECRETARYFor insurance defense lawfirm in Southfield. Exprequired. Good benefitsoffered. Fax resume to OfficeManager at 248-358-0761

MEDICALRECEPTIONIST

P/T, 2 days per week, Mondaysa Thursdays. Exp only. Pleasefax resume: 734-641-8970

OFFICEADMINISTRATIONNational Builder/ PropertyManagement Co. offers-triefollowing full-time opportu-nities to join our adminis-trative team in a fast-pacedoffice. Strong office andcomputer skills required,including Word and Excel.We offer competitive wagesplus benefits.

• Office ManagerDuties include HumanResources, purchasing,light bookkeeping, specialprojects, and general officeadministration.

•Administrative Asst.Duties include phones,mail, travel arrangements,filing, letters, supplies, gen-eral office administration.

Mail resume to:Rock Companies205^5 Victor Parkway,

Suite 250Livonia, Ml 48152

or fax 734-779-8910

OFFICE/ CLERICAL SUPPORTP/T, approx. 20 hrs. 1-5:30,for Southfield sales company.MS Office proficiency, WinFax and Quickbooks exp.helpful. Must possess goodwork ethic, pleasant phonevoice. Email resumes to:

[email protected]

OFFICE MANAGERAccounts Payable & general•office duties. Mon-Fri. withexp. Plymouth. Fax resume to

734-453-4728

OFFICE MANAGERFor busy 4-doctor office.Minimum 5'years experience.Knowledge of Genius softwarehelpful. No weekends orevenings. Fax resume to:

586-574-2694

OFFICE WORKER$10/hr., F/T. Southfield. Min.3yrs.office exp. Data Entry,Filing, Multi-Line Phone.

[email protected]

0PT0METRICAssistant/Receptionist

Part-Time, immediate open-1

ing. Serious inquiries only!Fax resume: (248] 661-5096

PARALEGAL/SECRETARYFulltime. Exp in personalinjury and no fault required.

Fax resume to248-968-5099 Attn: Vanda

PAYROLL CLERKExp'd, Meadowbrook CountryClub, Need strong language& typing skills. Compensationbased on ability. Send resumeonly to: 40941 W. Eight.MileRd., Northville, Ml 48167

RECEPTIONIST / FULL TIMEMedical office & computerexp. req. lor INT Modicinepractice in Rochester, Emailresume:d [email protected]

RECEPTIONISTNeeded for busy LivoniaOptometric office. Fulltime. E-mail resume to:

cthomas®suburbaneyecare.com

RECEPTIONISTPlymouth Real Estate Office,Part-Time. Evenings andweekends! Exceptional phoneskills, organized, multi-tasker,positive attitude, professional,and computer skills required.Please email resume to

[email protected]

RECEPTIONIST/REGISTRARAssistant to Director, Interna-tional modeling agency. Office& people skills req, Mon-Thurs, 1pm-9pm & Sat,Bernie 734-455-0700

SECRETARY: Southfield Insur-ance Agency. Mo weekends,evenings or holidays. Two 1/2days. 248-569-7070

Kelp Wanted-Engineering

ENGINEERCurrently seeking Engineerswith detail understanding ofthe design & function of trans-missions system components.Qualifications: BSEE/BSME orabove, 6+ years transmissionexp including power train com-ponents & hydraulics systems.Excellent communicationsskills & good management &PC skills, Send resume [email protected]

DENTALASSISTANT

Busy Canton dental office issearching for a fun, bright,energetic person who enjoysa fast pace to work as ahygiene assistant. We offer achallenging career opportuni-ty in a team-oriented environ-ment where our- employeesare truly appreciated for thierinvolvement and talent. Fulltime with benefits.

Call Mandi 734-981-5455

Dental AssistantsDental Receptionist

Dental office exp. preferred.Fax resume: (734) 266-7170

Dental Assistant EXP. ONLY!With some front desk skills. •4 day work wk. No benefits.Fax resume: 734-455-7S48

DENTAL ASSISTANTExperience necessary. Fulltime, 4 days. No evenings/weekends. Looking for reli-able, friendly team player w/ a"can-do" attitude! Please faxresume to: (248)851-9070

DENTAL ASSISTANTFor upbeat general cosmeticdental practice in BinghamFarms. Approx. 30-35 hrs/wk.Exp. preferred. 248-433-6000

DENTAL ASSISTANTFull time, for modernEndodontics office in Novi,exp. preferred. 248-735-8700

DENTAL ASSISTANT\ Full-Time position available forI our Bloomfield Hills office. No* Sat's.- Call: (248) 642-0400

Showers of

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Classifieds!

DENTAL ASSISTANTFull time position in high-techorthodontic practice, Farming-ton Hills area. Computer anddigital x-ray experience pre-ferred. Looking for a profes-sional, reliable, energetic andmotivated player to add to ourteam. Email resume to:

[email protected] fax to 248-476-3005

DENTAL ASSISTANTOur dental office is seeking anenthusiastic, experienced den-tal assistant for 1-2 days perweek. Please fax resume

248-348-2133

DENTAL ASSISTANTSelf-motivated to work in teamoriented environment. Musthaveexp. (248)548-1076

DENTAL BUSINESS OFFICESouthfield (10 Mile/Beech).Our patient focused high-techpractice has a great opportuni-ty for an experienced CrossedTrained Patient Coordinator.Full-time opportunity with ben-efits. Mon-Thurs. work week.Practice Works Software aplus. Join the team that givesthe best care anywhere.Fax resume: (248) 354-2486

[email protected]

DENTAL HYGtEINSTTo join our Hygiene team, Exp,in perio program & treatmenta plus. {248)548-1076

DENTAL HYGtENISTFor established Northvillegeneral practice. Full-time. Noevenings or weekends,

Call 248-347-4250

DENTAL HYGIENISTPART-TIME

Southfield (10 MileOur patient focused high-techpractice has a great opportu-nity. Computer and digital x-ray experience a plus. Strongperiodontal skills a must. Jointhe team that gives the bestcare anywhere.

Fax resume [email protected]

DENTAL HYGIENISTSeeking part time DentalHygienist for Farmington Hillsgeneral practice, With empha-sis on periodontal disease.Candidate must have exp,gentle hands, excellent cus-tomer service skills. Beorganized and have a greatattention to detail. Fax resumeto 248-932-7734

DENTAL OFFICE Front DeskEXP ONLY. Garden City. Nonights/weekends. Fax 248-661-5431 Call 734-522-3510

DENTAL RECEPTIONIST/ADMINISTRATOR

Seeking compassionate indi-vidual with exc. people skills.Greet our patients with yourwinning smile! Full-time posi-tion- available for energetic,self-motivated individual. Aprofessional & positive atti-tude imperative. Dental insur-ance knowledge & computerexp. preferred. Competitivesalary & benefits. Fax yourresume along with a note asto why we should hire you.

(313) 359-4799

DENTALRECEPTIONIST

Busy Canton dental office issearching for a bright, well-organized, extremely capableself-starter who enjoys chal-lenge and responsibility. If youare cheerful and productiveunder pressure, soft-spokenyet effective, have dentalexperience, but still willing tolearn and consider yourself ateam player, please call Mandiat 734-981-3528.We-offer fulltime, salary, bonus, health anddental benefits, paid vacationand flexible working schedule.

DENTAL RECEPTIONIST& DENTAL ASSISTANT

Needed for a fast paced, stateof the art dental practice.Experience preferred. Know-ledge of Dentrix System help-ful. Please call: 734-844-1300

ORTHODONTICOFFICE MGR.

F/T Mgr needed forOrthodontic offices in AnnArbor and Flint. Individual willtake charge of all daily officefunctions. Some travelbetween locations. Prior mgt.exp preferred. Great careeropportunity with exc. salaryplus benefits package!! Sendresume to:

[email protected] fax 616-855-4581

TEAM LEADEROur busy Livonia group practiceseeks an experienced manageror team leader with a minimumof 2 yrs. dental experience.Must be professional,personable and have strongcustomer service skills,Send Gover letter & resume;[email protected]

HelpWanled-Medical

ACCREDITEDSURGICAL CENTER

Has openings forexperienced staff;

• Operating RoomRegistered Nurse

Friendly work environment.Scrub Experience a plus! '

Phone 243-5S4-4602;Fax resume 248-584-4630

At Arbor Hospice, our RNs,LPNs and HHAs become vitalmembers of interdisciplinaryteams that provide exceptionalindividualized care to patientsand families in a seven-countyservice area and ourResidence.

HOSPICE OPPORTUNITIES

Ann Arbor ospice Home Care:HHA- Full-timeRN - Contingent•LPN - Fuil-time & Contingent

On-Call:RNs/LPNs On-Call Visit Triage-Part-time & Contingent

For more information or toapply on-line, please visit ourweb-site at;

www.arborhospice.org.No phone calls please.Client Services Rep

Michigan Veterinary iscurrently hiring. See our

Display Ad in the HealthcareRecruitment Page in today'spaper. [email protected]

CLINICALDIRECTOR

Seeking an experiencedClinical Director for trieBone and Joint Center, anorthopedic and pain man-agement surgery center inNovi, Michigan, projectedto open in January 2008.Position to start September2007.

Responsibilities includemanagement of clinicalactivities for all peri-opera-tive and central sterileareas. Candidates, musthave current Michigan RNlicense and have a mini-mum of 5 years of ORexperience with at least 2years in the outpatient set-ting and a minimum of 2years of managementexperience. CMOR certifi-cation and ACLS preferred.Must possess leadership,communication, organiza-tion, and clinical expertise.Competitive salary andbenefits.

Please e-mail resume toSCA (Attention: Novi CD):

pachurchwell®bellsouth.net

or Fax to: Novi CD at386-423-3667

COA COT W/EXPERIENCERefraction A scan. BothCanton & 13 Mile & Telegraphoffices. Call Kay 248-433-3639or email [email protected]

DININGASSOCIATE

RainbowRehabilitation Centers

A leader in the field of braininjury rehabilitation, is cur-rently seeking DiningAssociates for our 40 bedfacility in Farmington Hills.This position is responsiblefor setting up the diningrooms for service, dish-washing, maintaining thekitchen and dinjng areas,and other cleaning dutiesas necessary. Part-timeopenings available on bothshifts: 6am-2;30pm or3pm-7;30pm. ' Previousexperience a plus. Apply inperson at either of ouroffice locations, 9am-5pm,Monday-Friday:

Rainbow RehabilitationCenters

32715 Grand River Ave.Farmington, Ml 48336

(between Orchard Lake &Farmington Rds.)

OR

25911 Middlebelt Rd.Farmington Hills, Ml 48336(corner of Middlebelt & 11

Mile Rd.)

Call for directions:734-482-1512 ext. *500

or apply on-line:www.rainbowrehab.com

Drug-free workplace.EOE

DIRECT CARE WORKERSSee our Display Ad in the

Healthcare Recruitment Pagein today's newspaper.

Justin: 248-477-5209 x107DOCTORS &

PHYSICIAN'S ASSISTANTSNEEDED AT

Amediquest Health Services.Call Yvette 313-340-1031or Fax resume: 313-340-1088

Healthcare PositionsOur 40-bed hospital, locatedwithin Oakwood HeritageHospital, is seeking a dynamic,customer-focused staff mem-ber for the following position:

Respiratory TherapistFull time, night shift position,6:30 p.m. to 7:00 a.m.Challenging opportunity for RTwith acute ventilated/trachpatient experience. Expertisein ventilator management andfamiliarity with therapist driv-en protocols. BLS and CPRrequired. ACLS a plus.

Registered NursesFull time and per diem. Weoffer 12 hour shifts, self-scheduling. Medical/surgical,ICU, telemetry experience pre-ferred. BCLS required, ACLSpreferred. EOE.

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10000 Telegraph Rd.Taylor, Ml 48180

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LPN/RNAssisted Living Facility.

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205 Haggerty Road,Plymouth, Ml . 734-451-0700

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LPNWellsBrooke Home Care needsLPN for position as ClientServices Supervisor. WillovBrsee client care and directcare staff, supervise staffingcoordinators, and providesome training. Ideal candidatewill have 3-5 years exp.,excellent communication skillsand management experience.Must be a team player,solution-oriented, and able toprioritize in a fast-pacedenvironment. Fax resume to

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Medical AssistantMedical office seeksexperienced Receptionist.Must have strong computer &medical insurance knowledge.Full Time with exc. pay &benefits. Ann Arbor area.Fax resume to: 734-996-8767or Email: [email protected]

MEDICAL ASSISTANTPART-TIME

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Medical Asst,/ReceptionistPTfor upscale family practicein Novi. Experience required.Fax resume to 248-960-9145.

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Medical Office StaffSeveral Positions open inRoyal Oak office. See. ourDisplay Ad I n the HealthcareRecruitment Page in today'snewspaper. Fax: 248-398-6265

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ROCKY'S PATISSERIEIs now hiring energetic count-er help, cooks, prep, pantry,utility. Applications acceptedat 37337 Six Mile Road,Livonia in the Newburgh plazanext to the Hallmark store.See Dan between 2:00-4:30

SERVERS/BUSSERS, Exp'd.

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The Cody also features theguest room/family room with itsown kitchen, bathroom and bed-room areas. While not entirely ,separate from the balance of thehome, it is uniquely designed tobe independent, if needed. Thisarea can be used for the gueststhat visit, the mother (or mother-in-law) that comes to live, or areturning college student.

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BIA'Best shot'Building Industry

Association of SoutheasternMichigan's (BIA) RemodelorsCouncil will hold "Give It YourBest Shot," its 12th AnnualShoot Out on Tuesday, Sept.11, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. atDetroit Gun Club, 2775 OakleyPark Road, in Walled Lake.Registration fees are $118per person which includestwo rounds of shooting skeetor trap targets, 1OO roundsof sporting clays, six boxesof shells, hot buffet lunch,and refreshments/snacks.Sponsorships are available. Forregistration information, call(248) 862-1008.

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Association of SoutheasternMichigan's (BIA) Salesand Marketing Council(SMC) presents Real EstateContinuing Education courseon Monday, Sept. 17, from9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. at BIAOffices, 30375 NorthwesternHighway, Suite 100, inFarmington Hills. LoriChmura of Middleton Trainingwill present the course thatmeets the state-mandatedrequirement for six hoursof Real Estate ContinuingEducation. Registration feesare $60 for SMC members,$80 for BIA members and$100 for guests. For registra-tion information, call (248)862-1033.

• Building IndustryAssociation of SoutheasternMichigan's (BIA) Sales and

Marketing Council (SMC)presents "How To SucceedIn A Challenging Market" onWednesday, Sept. 26,2OO7from 8:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m.at Hotel Baronnette in Novi.Joe Colletti of Joe Colletti andAssociates, L.L.C. will showon-site sales professionals howthey can adjust for marketconditions and still performat a high level of success.Registration fees are $35 forSMC members, $55 for BIAmembers and $75 for guests.For registration information,call (248) 862-1033.

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BIRMINGHAMOPEN SUNDAY 1-3 PM

1790 Graefield Rd.W. off Eaton on Graefield

Check out ttie lowest pricedend-unit by far in the com-plex! Partly finished bsmt.Very close to downtownBirmingham's boutiques,restaurants & SomersetColiactions. Pets allowed. 2bdrm, 1 bath. $129,900, alsolease $1,000. 27144333

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512 RivenoakSt.Woodward to R on

Wimbleton, R on Oxford toRlvenoak

Spectacular is an understate-ment. This 1925 PoppletonPark home was completelyrestored in perfection in 2007.Kitchen w/marble counters,custom cabinets & Vikingappliances. 4 bdrm, 3.1 bath.$1,299,900 27125079

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BLOOMFIELD HILLSOPEN SUNDAY 2-4

569 Chase LaneN. off Long Lake or E. off

KensingtonNew Construction designedby Victor Saraki in the City ofBloomfield Hills. Over 1 acrein Grated BOHC. Mastercraftsmanship thru out thisEuropean Style Tudor. 4 bdrm,5.2 bath. $2,995,00027138350

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BLOOMFIELD HILLS-Prlvateretreat where you can getaway to a quiet & serene

location best describes thisEnglisti-styie estate. 4 bdrm,3.5 bath, 2600 finished sq.

ft., lull finished walk-outbsmt, Gilbert Lake privileges

& morel $739,900Open Sun 1-4.

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18 95300'S. Old Woodward

BLOOMFIELD TWP.2400 sq.ft., 4 bdrm home inLone Pine/Telegraph area.New maple/granite kitchen,updated baths, wood floors,gorgeous lot, sunroom &many, many extras. Come takea look at this gorgeous homeon Sunday from 1-3pm. 4876Keithdale • asking $429,900.

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CANTONOPEN SUNDAY 1-443155 FemwoQd

3 Ddrm brick ranch, fireplace,updated kitchen, skylight, 2car atttached garage, Floridaroom! New price $214,900.

Call Flat Rate Realty{734) 455-2800

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43711 Leeann Lane4 bdrm, corner lot, in CarriageHills sub! Cherry hardwoodfloor, new Wailside windows,fireplace, all appliances stay!ONLY $209,900!

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FARMINGT0N, DOWNTOWNOPEN SUNDAY 1-4

23845 Gill, S Off Grand River,W of Farmington, Spacious 3bedroom ranch, finished bsmt,tons of updates. $260,000.

Debbie HomerColdwell Banker Schweitzer

248-320-5744,246-675-1256

FERNDALEOPEN SUNDAY 1-4 PM

476 MaplBhurst St.W. of Maplehurst off

WoodwardStately Tudor located on fabu-lous professionally land-scaped renowned WestMaplehurst. Elegant & spa-cious home has been remod-eled w/care & attention toarchitectural detail. 3 bdrm, 2bath. $314,900 27149860

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FRANKLIN VILLAGEOPEN SUNDAY 1-4 PM

30246 Inkster Rtf.East side of Enkster between

Northwestern & 13 MileBeautiful Franklin new con-struction. Incredible lot. 5bdrm, 5.1 baths. $1,599,999,lease $9,500. 27058469

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GREEN OAK-Sun 1-411129 Sandy Creek

Cape Cod 3 bdrm onalmost 1 acre, walk-outfinished bsmt, great rm,w/wet bar, circular drive."Nice treed lot. $389,900

Remerica United Realty,Novi. 248-344-1800

Call Fred 248-917-6780

H0WELL- OPEN SUN 1-4341 Springwell

(E/Chilson, S/ Grand River)Desirable Chilson Hills- premi-um lot w/lots of privacy,mature trees, vaulted masterw/extra storage. End of cut-de-sac w/low traffic. Low twp.taxes, w/ city water & sewer.

Sue Schram 248-521-7790

homeimnhkmmHUNTINGTON WOODSOPEN SUNDAY 1-4 PM26611 Huntington Rd.

Woodward to 11 Mile Rd.,1st street an leftHuntington Rd.

Center entrance brick colonialbeautifully restored in 2004.Inviting landscaping & frontentrance w/leaded glass doors& pewabic tile foyer. 4 bdrm,1.1 bath. $535,000 27124348

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KEEGO HARBOR-WonderfulNew Construction in the

Heart of it All! Features: 4bdrm, 2 bath, 1800 +f in-

ished sq.ft., dining rm., 1stfl. laundry, 2 car attachedgarage& more! $188,888

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LIVONIA-Open Sun 1-5pm91Q6StonehouseAve.

N of Jay, W of Newburg.4 bdrm, 3 bath ranch w/fin-ished bsmt. Built 1993. Hot tubincluded. Priced below SEV.

Chuck Wilks810-623-2559

REMAX PLATIUM107 E, Grand River

LIVONIA-OPEN SUN 8/26,1-419479 Weyher

N of 7 Mile, E of MiddlebeltAwesome, totally updated 3bedroom, 2 bath ranch.Mechanic's dream garage on1/z acre lot. Seller super moti-vated. Ask us about our ratebuy down program. Possiblelease w/option, $174,777.

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Noon-5pm.Arcadia-Ridge Estate6 Mile and Ridge Rd.

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PLYMOUTH TWP12215 Beacon HillOpen 1-3 pm Sun.

$94,000 Below Tax Appraisal1/2 acre 3,054 sq. ft. 4bdrm, 2VS baths, finishedbsmt. Gazebo in park likeyard. Prestigious Beacon HillSub. $349,000

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PLYMOUTH TWP.OPEN SUN. 12-3,

14294 VILLAGE CT.N. of Wllcox, E. of Mines

Immaculate 3 bdrm., 2.2bath, Cape Cod in superblocation next to Hines Park.Hardwood floors, vaultedceilings, 1st floor mastersuite, 3-season sunroom,granite countertop kitchen.

$344,900.Keller Williams Realty

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ROYAL OAKOPEN SUNDAY 1-4 PM2103 Linwood Avenue

Woodward to E. onNorthwoEJd to N. on LinwoodLocation! Northwood Subbrick bungalow in excellentcondition. Hardwood floors &Natural fireplace in living room.Formal dining room. 3 bdrm,1.2 bath. $279,500 27091431

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SOUTHFIELDSun, 1-4pm

25350 Kildare. S. Of 11 Mile,W. of Telegraph. 3 bdrm, 1430sq. ft. brich ranch w/garage.$139,900-Motivated Seller.Joel Stempien: 248-496-0075

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TROY-Darling SandalwoodCondo features 2000 + fin-

ished sq. ft. 3 bdrm, 3.5 bath,gourmet kitchen w/cherry

cabinets & hardwood floors,vaulted ceilings, recessed

lighting, & more! 3229,900

Open Sun 1-4.Call Linda (248) 330-7477

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i 18 95300 S. Old Woodward

TROYOPEN SUNDAY 1-4 PM2817 Cedar Ridge Dr.S. off Big Beaver on

Cedar RidgeUpdated ranch close toschools and shipping.Birmingham schools! Neweropen floor plan w/large newerkitchen, granite island &counters. 5 bdrm, 3.1 baths,$599,000 27104086

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WAYNE-Open Sin. 8-26,1-43314 Perching

"Room for Royalty or tn-LawSuite". You got the family,we've got the house! Fabuloushome, great for entertaining orlarge family. Gorgeous, huge,white kitchen w/granite coun-tertops & slate floor, opens tolarge dining & family room todeck. Tal! trees & gorgeousview, gentle sound of a river,make this a must see & mustown! Mahagony wet bar w/bil-liard area & fireplace in w/outbasement, fish pond, 2 fire-places, parking for toys. 4 verylarge bedrooms, 3 full updatedbaths, private yard. $249,900.

Steve Smith313-820-3979

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West Bioomfield

Open House Sun 1-45381 Pembrooke Crossing CtLook at this 3 bedrooms, 3,5baths, condo, upgrades and2-car garage. $545,900.

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Wild wool S of Cherry KillIMMACULATE HOME1

4 bdrm, 2.5 bath, over 2100sq.ft. Premium lot, Alt appli-ances incl. Many interiorupgrades. A must see!

CHERYL D0ZIER .734-357-2032, 716-432-1665

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WESTLAND-OPEN SUN 11-538501 LORI

New low price, $199,900.3 bdrm, 2 bath, LivoniaSchools, 1999 attachedgarage, finished bsmt.

Bobbie Miller: 248-891-3700Re/Max In The Kills

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JUST REDUCED RANCH!Ann Arbor Schools. PotteryBarn perfect! About 1800 sq,ft. Vaulted ceilings in greatroom and master suite. 3bdrm, 3 full baths. $229,900Linda Adams: 246-790-2870

Era Country Ridge33479 W. 8 Mile Rd.

BEAUTIFUL 3 BDRM,3 bath bungalow. Newer win-dows, spacious master suite,hardwood floors, kitchenappliances & large finishedbsmt w/wet bar, bath & office.Deck. $199,900(27099664)

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CHARMING 3 BDRMranch w/loads of updates!Living room w/hardwoodfloors, French doors to library,formal dining room, new'maple kitchen w/Corian &new vinyl siding. 2 cargarage. $174,900(27117889)

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OPEN HOUSE 8/26/07 1-4 PM!20890 ANDOVER, SOUTHFIELD

Beautiful brick colonial, 4 BR 2.5 bath inBeacon Sq in the heart of Southfield! Spaciousbedrooms w/ lots of closet space. Huge familyroom w/natural fireplace, fin basement.Appliances stay. HO warranty incl. Close toschools, shopping & freeways. $ 1K decoratingallowance! $219,500.For private appt callDeb R. 248-737-6800or 248-909-8722 OEOS551889

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19360 Beverly Rd, Builder'shome built in 04', 3,685 sq.ft, home. 4 Ig. bdrms, 4 fullbaths w/granite, gourmetkitchen w/granite counter-tops, custom throughout,master suite w/fireplace, 2laundry rooms, wrap aroundcedar deck. $639,000.

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FABULOUS, UPDATED3 bdrm, 1.5 bath home offersa newer kitchen w/rich cabi-netry, recessed lights, hard-wood floors. Living roomw/firsplace, formal diningroom, family room. Newerwindows. Finished lower levelw/walk-in cedar closet.$329,900 (27117694) •

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BLOOMFIELD HILLSFor sale by owner, 3 bdrm.ranch. 3366 sq. ft. 2 full & 21/2 baths. Bloomfield Hillsschools, $589,999.

248-763-3691

BIOOMFIELD TOWNSHIPLovely 4 bdrm, 2 bath homefeatures great curb appeal!Living room & dining roomw/hardwood floors. Lowerlevel has large family roomw/natural fireplace & addition-al space for 4th brjrm or office.Bloomfield Hills schools.$289,900(27113464)

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BLOOMFIELD TOWNSHIPMagnificent 3 bdrm, 3.5 bathhome w/arched doorways, anelegant dining room, exquisitekitchen w/granite island; hard-wood floor & top of the lineappliances! Florida room.Master suite w/whirlpool tub.Side entry garage. $569,000(27090338)

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BLOOMFIELD TOWNSHIPSprawling 5 bdrm, 3.5 bathbrick ranch w/beautifully land-scaped private yard.Magnificently renovated in'03! New maple kitchen, gran-ite counter tops, stainlesssteel Viking stove. First floormaster suite w/private court-yard. Finished bsmt.$649,900(27109169)

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BLOOMFIELD TOWNSHIPSuper sharp updated 3 bdrm,2 full bath brick ranch on abeautiful lot. Two fireplaces,living room, family room, din-ing room, updated kitchen &fantastic finished bsmt.$189,900(27133560)

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BLOOMFIELD TOWNSHIPThere is a home on the prop-erty, but value is in the land.Area of new construction,multi-million dollar homes.Almost an acre - gently slop-ing site bordered by trees.Build your dream house!$375,000 (27036576)

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GORGEOUS 3,150 SQ. FT.4 bdrm, 3.5 bath colonial.Kitchen w/sitting area, sunroom, breakfast room, fin-ished walkout. Canals w/cov-ered bridges & trails, lakeaccess & covered picnic area.$567,000 MLS 26211678

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WARRENDALE BUNGALOWHome also incl two additionallots 35X137 each. Bsmt,garage, circuit breakers, newhot water heater, 1 year homewarranty. $49,000.Pat Shiemke: 734-51B-4157REMERICA HOMETOWN III

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REVIVAL HOMEMust see! One of a kind.Renovated 3 bdrm withgourmet kitchen, refinishedhardwood floors, large liv-ing & dining rooms, green-house nook, 1st floor laun-dry & appliances. Private.33 acre lot in walking dis-tance to downtown. Call!

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UNIQUE 3 BDRM,2 oath ranch has huge privateyard & new privacy fence.Great room w/vaulted ceiling& fireplace. Updated kitchenw/new appliances. Mastersuite, New windows. 2 carattached garage. $259,000(27102180)

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DV UwnerPERFECT STARTER HOME

Completely updated inside& out. Hew furnace,' a/c,kitchen, bath, carpet, etc. 3bdrm, large fenced yard.Great family neighborhood.29640 Bridge. $107,500 orlease S875/mo. All offersconsidered. 734-306-4311

Lathrup Village

CLASSIC 4 BDRM,2.5 bath full brick colonial.Florida room. Living room.Dining room. Cozy denw/marble fireplace & buiit-ins.Plaster ceilings. Finished recroom w/bar. Tons of updates!2 car attached$159,900 (26188592)

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BEAUTIFUL, COMPLETELYREMODELED 3 bdrm, 1.5bath. Refinished hardwoodfloors, new kitchen w/granite,ceramic floor & new appli-ances. Fresh coat of paint.$171,900 Call: 231-392-6373

FOR SALE BY OWNERBeautiful setting backs towoods. '3 bdrm, 1.5 bathranch, attach garage, finishedbsmt, many updates. 14660Yale. $179,900. 734 462-0714

GORGEOUS 3 bdrm ranch,Rennolds Ravines Sub, 5&Levan. Many updates, finishedbsmt, 1450 sq.ft. $265,900.734-591-0745

REDUCED! Spring Valley 3bdrm, 2 bath ranch is move-inready. Centrally locatsd insub, finished bsmt, 2 1/2 cargarage and lots of updates.

Now asking $165,000.

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IMMACULATE RANCH3 bdrm, 1 1/2 bath, Ig. livingroom, family room, stone fire-place, 12'x22' deck, finishedgarage, full bsmt, priced tosell $243,900. 248-684-5002

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New construction starting at$625,000. Several homes tochoose from or design yourown. All properties withinwalking distance from down-town. (248) 644-0900www.dublin-development.com

WOODED PRIVATE LOTDowntown, New Victorian,wrap around porch, "Green NoMaintenance Construction",3500+ sq.ft. 3-5 bdrms, 3.5+baths, land contract avail.$565,000. 248-349-1380

PRISTINE 3 BDRMranch w/professional updatesincluding: roof, windows, fur-nace, air, copper plumbing,gorgeous designer kitchen,wet plaster, coved ceilings &full finished bsmt. Garage builtin'04. $141,900 (27139664)

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THREE BDRM,2 bath brick ranch w/top ofthe line renovation! Owner isa buiider! Granite countertops, refinished hardwoodfloors, upgraded electrical,much more! One year warran-ty. $194,900 (27136806)

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WELL CARED FOR3 bdrm, 1.5 bath ranch.Florida room, all appliances,central air, full bsmt. Greatlocation near schools, trans-portation & shopping. 2 cargarage. $124,900(27065635)

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ORION4 bdrm, 2.5 bath colonialw/formal living & dining,kitchen opens to breakfastnook & family room w/gas fire-place, cathedral master suite,daylight bsmt & 3 car garage.$234,900 MLS 27028963

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BUNGALOW, 20040 Lexington3 bdrm, 1 bath, Newer win-dows and siding, $79,900.Agent/Owner, 517-404-1645

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ENJOY A COSMOPOLITANlifestyle in the relaxed settingof this charming two storyhome. Dining room, livingroom, 2 car garage. Only fiveblocks from downtown RoyalOak! $199,999 (26177754)

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ROYAL OAK14/Woodward, 3332 Hunter,Sale/Lease. Will finance100%. 3 bdrm, 2 bath bun-galow. 248-895-9256

SOUTHFIELD4 bdrm, 2.5 bath colonialoffers great inground Gunitepool w/new filter & heater foryour summer entertaining!Updated kitchen, first floorlaundry, finished bsmt. Manyupdates! 2 car attachedgarage. $234,900 (26059712)

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SOUTHFIELDCharming Cape Cod offershuge master suite, 2.5 bath,living room, family roomw/fireplace, 3 additional bdrm,bsmt, 2 car attached garage.Many updates; windows, roof,furnace, central air & more!$214,900 (27091322)

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SOUTHFIELDFabulous updated 3 bdrm, 2.5bath ranch on nearly an acreof gorgeous property! Newerwhite kitchen w/appllances.Updated baths. Living roomw/fireplace. Finished bsmtw/fireplace. Side entry garage.$209,900(27061761)

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SOUTHFIELDGreat price! Like new! 3 bdrm,3 bath contemporary. Kitchenw/rtew cabinets & appliances.Great room w/marble fire-place. Library. Master suitew/Jacuzzi. New plush neutralcarpet. Recessed lights. 2 carattached garage. $220,000(27135038)

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SOUTHFIELDSpectacular & spacious 4bdrm, 3.5 bath custom ranchon a beautiful 1.27 acre lot,No expense spared for ameni-ties! Gourmet granite kitchen,Great room w/marble fireplace& wet bar. Finished bsmt.Deck. $449,900 (27087862)

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SDUTHFIELDStunning 3 bdrm, brick ranch,totally updated. Great openfloor plan, Florida room, fin-ished bsmt, 2 car attachedgarage. .A true must see!$184,900 (27055376)

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SUPER SOUTH LYON HOMEOver 1700 so,, ft. Open floorplan beauty! 3 bdrm, masterbath, finished bsmt, fencedyard - wow! Vaulted ceilings,crown molding! $214,900

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CUTE LITTLE RANCH TLCGreat deal, large lot for expan-sion. Troy schools. Seller will-ing to help with repairs &costs or tear down & buildnew, S125K

Dennis Siavrakas, Broker248-656-6700

EXCEPTIONAL 4 BDRM,2.5 bath colonial in the Troyschool district! Built in 2000.Kitchen w/is!and, family roomw/gas fireplace, formal diningroom & living room. Mastersuite. Professionally finishedbsmt 2 car garage. $314,900(27035250)'

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FABULOUS,CLEAN &updated 3 bdrm, 1.5 bath colo-nial w/newer windows, root &central air. Beautiful brightkitchen w/Corian counters &newer appliances. Family roomw/fireplace, Master suite.Patio- Heated pool. Home war-ranty. $239,900 (27099649)

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FOUR BDRM,2.5 baths colonial built in2006. Many upgrades includ-ing hardwood floors, granitecounter tops, custom cabi-nets, recessed lighting,remote control fans, ceramictile laundry & baths. $379,999MLS 27084424

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GORGEOUSLY UPDATED3 bdrm home w/light oak &granite kitchen Formal livingroom & huge family roomw/marble fireplace. Finishediower level. Extra large 2 cargarage. Private wooded yard.$174,900 MLS 27095175

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WATERF0RD TOWNSHIPEnjoy the private woodedviews from extra large deck.Large bdrms, master suitew/2 closets, lush landscaping.Subdivision has walking paths& common areas. $185,000MLS 27009262

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GORGEOUS RANCHw/hardwood floors, remod-eled kitchen, large finishedbsmt w/bar & fridge. Updatedwindows, shingles, furnace,CA & garage door. Largefenced yard w/sprinklers.$169,900 MLS 27069316

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LOVELY 4 BDRM,1.5 bath brick Georgian stylecolonial. Slated floor entry,spacious living room w/baywindow, formal dining, hugekitchen w/all newer appli-ances, new windows, finishedbsmt & 2 car garage.$218,000 MLS 27022637

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HANDYMAN SPECIAL!Cheap. Cash. 3 bdrm. Buy

for-$8OK; Rehab-$8K. Re-sellfor $120K. 734-243-7848

LIVONIA SCHOOLS3 bdrm, 2 bath brick ranch.Large kitchen, finished bsmt,garage. $136,900.

UPDATES GALORE3-bdrm brick ranch. Remod-eled kitchen & bath, finishedbsmt, 2 car garage. $152,000.

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2 1/2 bath Tudor style colo-nial that has Wallside win-dows, Anderson doer wall,Mannington floors, designergas marble fireplace, crownmoulding, all appliances.Enjoy a backyard w/park-like setting, deck & patiofurniture included. Homefeatures underground sprin-klers, timed outdoor light-ing, under ten years is thefurnace, A/C, roof, garagedoor & dry walled garage.Nice curb appeal in a quaintneighborhood w/Livoniaschools. $239,900. Call tosee at: 734-453-1871

SPOTLESS 3 bdrm ranch, 11/2 bath, bsmt, 2 car garage.Smoke free. $142,900 or lease$1400/mo. 734-728-0649

WHITE LAKE TOWNSHIPExtraordinary 4 bdrm, 3 bathranch in nature preserve set-ting on cul-de-sac. Thishome, built in 1999, is on1.43 wooded acres over look-ing a pond. Great room w/fire-place. Hardwood floors, vault-ed ceilings. Deck. $334,500(27098413)

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Oakland County

BRANDON TOWNSHIPSpectacular 3 bdrm, 2 bath, 2lav log home, built in 2004,on 3.85 acres. Hardwoodfloors. Granite counters, pre-mium cabinets & appliancesin the kitchen. Recessed light-ing. Two decks. 2 car attached& heated garage. $499,900(27004353)

(248) 647-8888CENTURY 21 TODAY

SPRINGFIELD TOWNSHIPLocated in Holly school dis-trict, home features many con-temporary updates. Two-stcrygreat room, first floor laundry,kitchen w/fireplace, 1.4 acrelot w/poie barn for extra stor-age! $219,750 MLS 26198916

(248)673-2211CENTURY 21 TODAY

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Homes

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IBEAUTIFUL BEACH

All sport Beaver Lake. Like newhome w/ a gorgeous view and100' frontage on very desir-able Alpena County Lake. Amust see! Call today.$239,900. Margie Haaxma0-270947

2 COTTAGES,Beautiful all sport Long Lake.

Great sandy beach, excellentswimming. Mostly furnishedand ready for fun, 55' of water-front. What are you waitingfor? $165,000. Jane Smith 0-271104

LAKE HURON VIEWSQuality 2006 home on 150'Lake Huron canal with directaccess to the big lake. 1920sq.ft., marble, granite fire-place, A/C, 3 bath, much more!Gorgeous panoramic view!$274,900. Margie Haaxma 0-270881

FOUR SEASON FUNYBar round enjoyment on 110'of Alpenas Long Lake. 2003ranch, 1,456 sq.ft., garage,pavilion & deck. 110' offrontage on desirable, all sportlake. Year round enjoyment.$239,900. Colleen Clark 0-270614

HILLMANS ESS LAKE80' of beautiful sandy beach•n all sport-lake. Near Alpenaand Gaylord. 2000+sq.ft., win-dow wall w/awesome view, 2fireplaces, 3+ car garage.Deck, balcony, deck, watersidepatio. $249,900. Jan Crawford0-270004

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Real Estate and PersonalProperty Auction

• 4 bedroom • 2900 sqft ranch• beautifully landscaped •mature trees • antiques • 5water colors • oil painting •glassware • furniture • carpetsAuction: Tues. Sept. 11F11 AM

32665 Biddestone DriveFarmington Hills, MiPre Sale Inspection:

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BIRMINGHAMLovely condo has an updatedwhite kitchen, hardwoodfloors & large master bdrmw/2 closets. Newer roof &windows..Balcony. Assoc. feeincludes water & gas. Petsallowed. Enjoy lounging bythe pool In the summermonths! $84,900 (27130197)

(248) 647-8888CENTURY 21 TODAY

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Priced to sell! Newly redec-orated 1 bdrm condo w/bal-cony.' Enjoy the conven-ience & ambience of livingdowntown. Compare costswith similar units in bldg.$199,900. 248-227-1010 or734-644-4705

CANTON-Luxury 2 bdrm, 2.5baths, 2 car garage, finishedbsmt, upgrades. S209K.734-595-0013,734-891-9527

CANTON RANCH1st floor beauty w/ new hard-wood floor & carpet." Over1100 sq.ft, just painted, allappliances stay for you!

$122,900DENISE McGUIGAN

734-564-4310REMERICA HOMETOWN III6231 N. Canton Center Rd.

COMMERCE TOWNSHIPBeautiful 3 bdrm, 2 bathcondo w/finished bsmt & 2car attached garage. Cathedralceiling in living room & diningroom w/fireplace & balcony.Maple kitchen. Close to every-thing! $189,900 (27141738)

(248) 647-8888CENTURY 21 TODAY

FARMINGTON HILLSLive Mortgage Free for 6Months! Condos from$108,999. Call Creekside fordetails 248-474-1774 E.H.O.

DvUwnerLAKE ORION

Lake access. 2 bdrm., 1bath, near schools & parks,new carpeting & electrical,other new modern updates,move-in special. Possiblemoney back at closing,$97,500. Must See!

248-408-8466

LivoniaREDUCED $25,000 TO SELL!Pottery Barn perfect! 2 mas-ters, 2 bath, over 2200 sq.ft.incl. finished bsmt, $174,900.Linda Adams: 248-790-2870

Era Country Ridge33479 W. 8 Mile Rd.

NORTHVIUEWHAT A LOCATION!

Lovely & private 3 bdrm, 2bath, end unit, ranch.Views from 4 sides. Largeliving & dining room,kitchen with eating bay, 1stfloor laundry, bsmt. 2 carattached > garage, mastersuite, easy living. Call now!

Annie Nichols248-408-5695

Real Estate One, Inc.248-348-6430 x259

PLYMOUTHFar Sale By Owner

Two bdrm, larger sunny endunit. New carpet, paint.Appliances incl. Some furni-ture, Close to shop. $70,000,

By Appt. 734-459-7547

ROCHESTER HILLSStunning condo w/beautitulprofessionally finished bsmt.Fireplace & vaulted ceiling ingreat room. Loft overlookingfirst floor. Master suite w/prj-vate deck; $184,900 MLS27048245

(248) 647-8888CENTURY 21 TODAY

WESTLAND-AFFORDABLE2 bdrm beauty w/ bsmt & 2car attached garage. Over1300 sq.ft. w/ open floor plan,fireplace, all appliances stay.Clean & neutral! $149,900

DENISE McGUIGAN734-564-4310

REMERICA HOMETOWN III6231 N. Canton Center Rd.

WESTLANDImmaculate 1400 sq.ft. 3bdrm, 2 bath, detachedranch, in Emerald PointeRetirement Community. Allappliances. New furnace&. roof. 16 ft. deck, 2 cargarage with barrier-freeentrance, on corner lot.$155,000. 248-437-5028

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Westland-Plymouth ProximityDetached 2 bed, 2 bath condo.Hidden & close to Plymouth.Secluded wooded locationbuilt in 1994, open floor plan,kitchen w/skylight, new roof2006. 2 car attached garage,small complex, tow associa-tion fee.

GENISE McGUIGAN734-564-4310

REMERICA HOMETOWN 1116231 N. Canton Center Rd.

Duplexes &Townhouses

TROYLuxury 2 bdrm, 2.5 bath endunit townhouse nearBirmingham. Princeton limodel w/an extra office & fin-ished bsmt. Upgradedkitchen, formal dining roomw/French doors, great roomw/fireplace & French door tobalcony, master suite. 2 cargarage. $305,000(27141329)

(248) 647-8888CENTURY 21 TODAY

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DEALER WANTS TO BUYPRE-0WNED 1990 or NEWER

MANUFACTURED HOMESIf you are willing to sell

at a discount, call231-642-1600,231-642-1607

MOBILE HOMES ON LOTSRent or rent to own. Parkfinanced. Also mobile homesites available. Family oriented.

Riverview Mobile Home ParkInster/Westland734-721-7215

WESTLANDWestland Meadows. 14 x 80Redmond. 3 bdrm, 2 full bath,c/a, 10 x 16 deck w/awning. Allappliances. Must sell, reducedprice $27,500 Must sell!.

734-722-5871

Lakefront Property

BRIGHTONStunning custom built homew/breathtaking views of allsports Woodland Lake.Awesome, open floor planwith 42' x 24' combinationkitchen/hearth room/greatroom, volume ceilings &hardwood floors. $484,900MLS 27078890

(734) 462-9800CENTURY 21 TODAY

ORCHARD LAKESpectacular all sports UpperStraits lakefront! Stunningcustom home offers 4 bdrm, 3bath & 3 lavs. Marble floors.Master suite w/maroie bath,fireplace & enclosed porcftoverlooking lake. Much, muchmore! $2,299,000 (27099798)

(248) 647-8888CENTURY 21 TODAY

WATERFORD TOWNSHIPGorgeous two-story home onprivate Watkins Lake! Sandybeach & raised tumbled brickpaver decking. Granite floorsin living room/dining room &foyer. Gas fireplace. Kitchenw/granite, double oven, subzero. Family room. Mastersuite. $625,000(26159415)

(248) 647-8888CENTURY 21 TODAY

CENTRAL MONTANA LANDBARGAINS 40 AC with pond -$89,900, 160 AC - ElkMeadows - $139,900, 160 ACwith new log cabin-$189,900,640 AC w/beautiful log camp •$649,900. Unbelievable views,350 class elk, huge muieys &whitetails, great pheasant &grouse hunts. "By far the bestland investment opportunity inthe west." Call Western SkiesLand Co. 888-361-3006 orvisit www.montanalandand-camps.com

FOWLERVILLE - 40 acres, 15wooded, development poten-tial, excel, hunting, $259,900.

FOWLERVILLE - 16 acres ofgreat hunting, heavily wood-ed, lots of wild life, $115,000.

Lea EstesSmeak Real Estate,

517-230-3093, 517-655-1316

HARTLAND SCHOOLSBeautiful 5 acres parcel withwalk-out potential, pond area,wooded, $74,900. 2.61 acreparcel for $48,000.2 acres for$54,000 with wooded views,

Lea EstesSmaak Real Estate,

517-230-3093, 517-655-517S

SOUTH LYON9848 N. Dlxboro, S. Of 8 MileE. off Dixboro. Rear lot.Reduced price $109,900. Justover 2 acres, property perks,

Reggie Carveth810-533-2570.

Remax ClaSSic-248-486-8000

WEB8ERVILLE10 acres with 24x24 pole barnbuilt 2004. $69;900.

15 acres on the Red CedarRiver, 13 acres of woods,

$114,900,Lea Estes/Smeak Real Estate517-230-3893, 517 655-1316

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CHRISTIAN MEMORIALCULTURAL CENTER

Rochester Hills. 3 adjacentplots, burial vaults, & bronzemarkers. Will separate. Marketvalue $5295 each. Will acceptbest offer. 734-675-9497

GLEN EDEN CEMETERYLIVONIA

3 plots in Sunrise Garden,$1000 each. 734-453-3870

LIVONIAGlen Eden Memorial Park. 4lots in Garden of Gethsemane.$900/best. 949-697-0778

Business Opportunities

Excellent location available onHalstead Rd. at Grand River inFarmington Hills. Tufty is anupscale automotive repairfranchise that continues to berated among the top franchis-es in the country. You can bein business within a couple ofmonths. Min. cash req'd.:$125,000. For rjiore info, call1-800-228-8339 or visit uson-iine at:

www.tuffy.com

HAIR & TANNING SALONin Westland. 7 stations, wax-ing room, 3 tanning rooms.Beautifully decorated.Alpine Realty 313-383-0707

Local Ice Cream Parlor torSale Excellent location,serious inquiries only.

248-752-2528

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One ol a Kind Soft (nntcinporanWonderful open floor plan, great curbappeal. Spacious living room/dining roomwith marble floor, fireplace, wet bar &doors to private backyard & brick patio.Deluxe 1st floor master suite with steamshower, 2-person jetted tub. Sparklingwhite kitchen, library with built-ins. 2bedrooms up, huge basement withexercise room. Bloomfield Hills Schools.Vaulted ceilings, custom built-ins, woodblinds. A Must See!

$499,000 |Donna Stone -248-821-0200

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Apartments/Unfurnished

AFFORDABLE BANK REPOS& FORECLOSURES 4 bdrm 1bath only $250/mo! 5 bdrm 2bath only $200/mo! 2 bdrm 1bath only $199/mo! Morehomes from $199/mo! ForBN1 Listings 800-366-0142ext. T252

BELLEVILLEGreen Meadows

Apartment HomesGreat Location

1 bedroom, 1 bath2 bedroom, 2 bath

Save over $2,300Savings subject to change

734-699-8700

BERKLEY- 2 bdrm condo, c/a,2nd floor, Ig private bsmt w/washer/dryer. No pets. $810.incl water. 517-545-9488

BIRMINGHAM1 MONTH FREETo Qualified Studio;

1, 2 & 3 Bedroom Applicants.Furnished apartments avail.Gorgeous new kitchens and

baths. Available in townBirmingham at the

555 Building.Call Michelle (248) 645-1191

BIRMINGHAM CONDOAttractive 2 bdrm, W/office,1.5 bath, a/c, bsmt., carport.$975/mo. 248-568-1418.

BIRMINGHAM DOWNTOWN1 bdrm, hardwood floors, heat& water incl. 1 yr lease. Nopets. $675/mo. 248-643-0562

Apartments/Unfurnished

BIRMINGHAM: Quiet, cozy, 1bedroom, 1 bath, heat &water. Ciose to town.$710/month. (248)446-8835

BIRMINGHAM - Spacious 2bdrm, 1.5 bath, 1st fioor aptwith A/C and hardwood floors,

$8O0/mo. (313)670-8539

BLOOMFIELD TWP.BIRMINGHAM FARMS APTS,

1 & 2 BDRM. APTS.Located at 15 mi. & Telegraph• Additional Storage• Water & trash removal incl.• Carport included• Cat friendly• Bloomfield Hills schools

248-851-234D

Country Court & Village,Westland Woods Apts.Spacious 1 & 2 bdrms,Lots of Amenities incl.

a/c, pool, courtyds, walk-in closets & free storage,cathedral ceilings. FREE

HEAT & WATER. Walk toparks, schools, shopping.Near freeways, bus lines.

Cable, internet ready.

PET FRIENDLYFLEXIBLE LEASESGreat Specials!

Call Today!(734) 721-0500

Farmington Hills1 Bdrm. $5292 Bdrm. $619.

Incl. paid Water & large por-tion of heat, Small pets ok.

248-615-8920

Apartments/Unfurnished

FARMINGTON HILLS1 BEDROOM ONLY

$526 FOR 13 MONTHS- i &2B«l iomtB

• Locked Foyei Entry•SpdcroifSWalk-In Clowls

• Di!)lr«i:>tioj•Ail Conditioning

-Close to 196/Grand Rivei (M6)• Minutes to St Marys and

Botsford Mospilals• Short form Leases

VILLAGE OAKSAPARTMENTS

(248)474-1305Orchard Ldlw Kuad

FARMINGTON HILLSANNGIE APTS.

FREE HEAT! 1 bedroom$505. 9 Mile/ Middlebelt

248-478-7489FARMINGTON HILLS

Apartments from $699,•Private Entrance•Farmington Hills schools.• Open 7 Days9 Mile between Farmington &Drake

Creekside Apts.248-474-4400. E.H.O.

kmetmmmmmFARMINGTON HILLS

FREEDOM VILLAGE APTS.1 BDRM 1 MONTH FREE!

Luxury 1 & 2 bdrm. Laundryin unit. Water & carport Incl.Low sec. dep w/good credit.$565-3665. (586) 254-9511

FARMINGTON MANOR APTS.Deluxe studio & 1 bedroom,carport, starting at $475.

FARMINGTON PLAZA APTS2 Bedroom starting at $650.,$200 off the first mo. rent.Includes Heat & water.

(248) 478-8722

Apartments/Unfurnished

FIVE, Five. Five.ONE MONTH FREE

To Qualified Studio; 1,2 S 3Bdrm Applicants. Furnishedapartments avail. Gorgeous

new kitchens and baths.Available in town Birmingham.

555 S. Old Woodward.Call Michelle (248) 645-1191

GARDEN CITY 2 bdrm, cleanquiet remodeld. Heat & waterincluded. 1/2 month security.

248-474-3005

GARDEN CITY - Spacious up-dated 1 bdrm, air, deck, stor-age room, laundry. FREE heat& water. $599. 248-346-6108

1NKSTERApts. from $449,Reduced Deposit.

•Gated Community•Open 7 days

Cherry Hill Manor Apts.

313-277-1280 tsl

LINCOLN PARKDeluxe 1 & 2 bedrooms.

Starting at $399 a month.Quiet, private balcony's,storage, laundry, ceilingfans w/ lights & blinds.

313-386-6720

LIVONIA APTS1 Bed.- $5392 Bed. - $639

Free Heat248-471-6538

E./of Middlebelt S./7

LIVONIA-Quiet 1 bdrm. upper,stove/fridge, c/a, private en-trance, $525/mo. Free utilities.

• 734-717-7492

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LIVONIA/WESTLAND2 bdrm., 1.5 bath, carport.$6Q0/Mo. plus security.

248-887-9078 Call after 6

Apartments/

Unfurnished

Novi EHO

Water view Farms

$300 OFF1st Full Month'sRent On Select

1 Bedrooms

Starting at $530

• Sound Conditioned• HUGE Floor Plans• FREE City Water• Central Air

CALL NOW!(866) 534-3356On Pontiac Trail

Just East of Beck Rd.www.cmiproperties.net

Novi EHOWESTGATE VI

Apartments

$250 OFF1st Month's Rent

From $565* REDUCED Sec. Dep." FREE City Water* Carports Included* Motorcycles Allowed

With Restrictions

CALL NOW!(866)238-1153On West Park Dr.

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NOVI-MAtN STREET AREA.1/2 Off Rent For 3 Months.

1 & 2 Bdrm Apts, Washer/Dryer, Private Entrance &Balcony. 248-348-0626 EHO

Apartments/Unfurnished

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SPACIOUS ANDBEAUTIFUL!

1 & 2 bedroom apts startingfrom $699. Unique decor,Novi schools, in-apartmentfull size washer/dryers, andmuch more! EHO

TREE TOP MEADOWS10Mile, WestofMeadowbrook248-348-9590

PLYMOUTH - 1 & 2 bdrm.available, $680 & $580. Neardowntown, Incl. heat + sec.No dogs. 734-455-2635

Plymouth

$250 Deposit*1st Month Free

•1 bdrm /tons of storage• Private entry / patio1 Single story1 Washer/Dryer available

(734) 489-6640 EOH'Some restrictions apply

A word to the wise,when looking for agreat deal check the

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PLYMOUTHBROUGHAM MANOR

1st. MONTH RENT FREE!!'1 Bdrm. $575, 2 Bdrm. $650W/1 yr. lease.Heat & water

incl.*(734) 455-1215

PLYMOUTH -Downtown Large1 bdrm, central air. Small petsok. $585/mo. Rent discountavailable. (734)717-5397

PLYMOUTH DUPLEXRe-done 2 bdrm. App-liances,iaundry, air. $65O/mo. + utili-ties & dep. No pets, (734)459-0854

Apartments/

Unfurnished

PLYMOUTHMcCOOL APARTMENTS

1 mo. FREE Rentw/12 Mo. Lease

Plus $1 MOVES YOU IN!*Spacious 1 & 2 Bedroom

•Heat included•Assigned Parking

• •Walking distance todowntown Plymouth

Located on the corner ofSheldon & N. Territorial

Caill Today248-848-4941

*With approved credit

PLYMOUTH Park Manor Apts•Move in special! 1bdrm$500, 2 bdrm $545. Non-smoking. Includes heat &water. No pets. 1 parkingSpace per apt. 734-454-9274

PlymouthRent Starting

At $5891 & 2 Bedroom Apts.Plymouth ManorPlymouth House

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PLYMOUTH-SHELDON PARKSpacious 1 & 2 bdrms.

C/A. Carport. Pool.From $56550% off 1st 3 Months

W/good credit!Call: (734) 453-8S11

PLYMOUTH SQUARE APTS.$399 security deposit,

50% OFF MONTHS RENTwith approved credit

1 & 2 bdrm, $570 - $705.734-455-6570

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Apartments/Unfurnished

2 bedroom Townhomes,*$635 Special, (select units)Private Entrances, Pet friendly.Call: 248-7674207

SOUTH LYON

WOW!!2 Bedroom Apts.Including Heat &. Water

For $590A Month

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SOUTHFIELD

COLONY PARKAPARTMENTS

Security deposit $299(On Approved Ciedil)

Huge 1 bedroom/den and2 bedroom apartments.

lirlivicliiai healing &cooling, walk-in closets,

launchy and storage

Ciose to Lodge, SoutlifieldFreeway and 1696 |

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Apartments/Unfurnished

SOUTHFIELD

TWYCKINGHAMVALLEY

APARTMENTS$199 Security Deposit

(On Appiovecl Credit)

targe1 bedroom units

Intercom andalarm system

Close to Lodge and I 696

(248) 357-1925

WAYNE- Best Deal in Town. 1bdrm for $495, 2 bdrms$550. Free heat $ water. Newcarpet in some. 734-728-2480

WAYNE FORESTAPARTMENTS

HOT SUMMER SPECIALS1 & 2 Bedroom Apartments

(734)326-7800

WAYNE - Furnished efficiencyS125/week. Large unfurnishedstudio $135/week, Bothinclude utilities: 734-326-4110

WESTLAND BEAUTIFULBrand new large 1 bdrm.Ceramic tile, $450/mo. 32461Lenawee. (734) 658-8823

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WESTLAND

Blue GardenApartments

Apts from $520*

MOVE IN SPECIALDELUXE UNITS FORBASIC UNIT PRICE

SECURITYDEPOSIT $200

• HEAT/WATER INCL• CLUBHOUSE• PET WEICOME•MODEL UNIT

Spacious 1 and 2bdrm apartments

with Balcony.

Cherry Hill nearMerriman

Call for Details*734-729-2242

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WESTLAND CARPI APTS.We Stand out in The Crowd2 MONTHS FREE RENT

California Style Apts.• 1 Bedroom• Water included•Cathedra! ceilings• Balconies• Carport• Fully carpeted -•Vertical blinds• Great location to malls«Livonia school system ,

(734)261-5410

Westland EHOHawthorne Club

Apartments

As Low As

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By 8/31/07FREE HEAT & WATER

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Westland EHO

HUNTINGTONON THE HILL

$250 OFF1st Full month's Rent

Fitness CenterCentral Air

Pool

From $560Free Heat & Water

(866)413-1672On Ann Arbor TrailBetween Middlebelt

& inkster Rds.www.cmiproperties.net

Westland. HEY! SENIORS!

CHECK US OUTRant starting at just $393.00At Westgate Tower, we haveYOU in mind. We haveActivities planned everymonth! For your convenience,there is also group trans-portation!

•Air Conditioning *24 Hr.Laundry rooms • Lounge

• Nature Trail • Free Heat &Water-Ample Parking -One

Small Pet Allowed.Call 734-729-2900

*Must be 62 or Older,Income Limits Apply

' Westland Park AptsT

HOLY COW!New

ReducedRate

1-Bdrm $4952-Bdrm,

$565PLUS 2

MONTHS FREESpec. $200 Sec.Dep.

New resident onlywith credit

Indues heat, air &dishwasher. No PetsMon.-Fri. 9-6, Sat. 12-4

(734) 729-6636

WESTLANDRIDGEWQQD APTS

• Studios S399-$429• 1 Bdrm $569

Ranch style, privateentrance/patios, large atticstorage, washer & dryerhookups/laundry room.Large pets welcomed.

(734) 728-69696pmaQartments.comLocated on the corner

of Yale & Hunter.

Westland

THE "NEW"WESTERN HILLS

$399MOVES YOU IN1 Bdrm-$5102 Bdrm -$595

(734) 729-6520

WESTLAND - Up to 3 mosfree rent! 1 & 2 bdrm, 2Oaths, Washer/Dryer, PrivateEntrance & Balcony.

(734) 459-1711 EHO

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WestlandVENOY PINES APTS.

FROM $549• 1 & 2 bedroom apts.

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Apartments/Furnished

FARMINGTON HILLS CONDOClean, furnished, 1 bdrm,washer/dryer, carport. No pets248-380-5405, 248-719-3293

IVE INTO THESECOOL DEALS!Frankli

1 & 2 BedroomsGreat Location-Near 1-96

•Livonia Schools•OPEN 7 DAYS!

734-427-6970

1 Bedrooms2 Bedrooms only

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34601 Elmwood • Westland, Mi 48185Equal Housing Opportunities

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BIRMINGHAMContemporary, newly remod-eled 2 bdrm end unit, privateentry, bsmt., hardwood.$1250/mo. 248-709-0833

BLOOMRELD HILLS- Upscale1st floor, Bloom-field schools,stopping close. 2 bdrm/bath.$775/mo.1styr. 248-390-7877

CANTON2 bedrooms, 2.5 bath 1,500SQ. ft. townhome. Quiet com-plex. Neutral decor, huge clos-ets, lots of light, gas fireplace,$1200/mo. 586-255-3456

CANTON- Cherrytiiil Village, 2bdrm 2 bath, fireplace, bsmt, 2car, all appliances. 1575 sq.ft.$1400/mo. 734-354-6886

CANTON- RENT TO OWNOwner financing. Easy terms.Low Down/Problem credit ok.$1095/mo. Inci. $400 creditper month!! (734)-667-1906

FARMINGTON HILLS Newlydecorated 2 bdrm, patio, pool,carport, appliances, c/a. Nopets. 734-464-4579.

LAKE ORION Lake access!'2bdrm., 1 bath, 1 car garage,882 sq.ft., pets allowed. $850+ 1,000 sec. 248-379-0394

LIV0NIA.{6 & Newburgh area)1450 sq. ft. upper condo. 2bdrm., 2 bath, remodeled. C/A,garage, all appliances, no pets.$995/mo. 248-719-5680

NOVI - 2 bdrm condo withpool, playground/ park. Leasewith option to buy $1000/mo.

Dave: 248-910-1077

ROCHESTER HILLS 2 bdrm.,1.5 bath, appliances, fireplace,deck, patio, garage, a/c, bsmt.,pOOi. $1050. 248-477-2643

ROYAL OAK TOWNHOUSE2 bdrm, must seel Granite tops& more, c/a, washer/dryer, fullbsmt. $900. 248-895-0021

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WESTLAND 2 bdrm, 1 bath.New paint, carpet & appli-ances, incL. washer,dryer.Partially finished bsmt.. c/a.$795/mo. 734-972-3460

PLYMOUTH Lg.1 bdrm & 2,all appliances, C/A, offstreetparking. Water paid. $650,sec. $1075 248-661-5141

REDFORD 2 bdrm, 1 bath,bsmt, appliances, great cond.No pets. $700/mo,, $1000sec. dep. Call: (248) 790-7848

WESTLAND 2 bdrms, 1 bath,full bsmt, nice yard. Wash-er/rjryer. $750/mo. 1 yr. lease.Credit check required. 313-300-1067 or 734-634-4708

WESTLAND 3 bdrm, 2 car,fenced yd., backs to elem.school, new roof, carpet &paint. $750/mo. 248-982-3281

WESTLAND-NORWAYNE, 2bdrms, 1 bath. 31755 Arenac,$675 + dep, no credit check,imm. occ, Call: 248-842-0679

WESTLANDN0RWAYNE AREA

2 bedroom duplexOnly $595

Call 734-968-2636

WESTLAHD-W. of Merriman,S. of Palmer. Nice 3 bdrm., 1bath, 2 car garage, pets neg.$725/mo. 313-937-2930

AFFORDABLE BANK REPOS& FORECLOSURES 4 bdrm 1bath only $25Q/mo! 5 bdrm 2bath only $200/mo! 2 bdrm 1bath only $199/mol Morehomes from §199/mol ForBNl Listings 800-366-0142ext. T252

BEAUTIFUL SOUTH REDFORD3 Bedrooms, garage* centralair, Basement, 1.5 Bath. LargeFenced Yard. All PetsWelcome! Immediate Occu-pancy. Security Deposit," " " " 1.734.274.4713

BIRMINGHAM 3 Bdrm, 1bath, hardwood floors, C/A.Great location. $15OO/mo plusdep. (248) 8S0-2077

BIRMINGHAM Charming 2bedrooms, 2 full bath. Mastersuite, c/a, new kitchen, laun-dry, deck, garage. $1650.

248-515-6990

BIRMINGHAM- Near down-town, 2 bedroom, air condi-tioned, fireplace. 272 Ravins,$1350/mo. 313-570-9626

BRIGHTON - Executive home.Wo lease req. 4 br., 2.5 bath,fireplaces, 3,600sq.ft, 3 mo,minimum. $2,25O/mo. Rentw/option to buy 248-767-9638

CANfON - 3 bdrm colonial,country kitchen, 1 1/2 baths,remodeied, Joy & Sheldonarea, $1450. 248-872-2298

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CANTON 3 bdrm ranch, 1,5bath, c/a, full bsmt. 2.5garage,Appliances incl. $1200/mo,734-453-6535,734-502-7660

CANTON 42608 Hanford. 4Bdrm., 2 bath, a.c, garage,family room & fireplace.$1395/mo. Showing Wed &Sun at 5pm. 313-920-5966

CANTON 50201 Cherry Hill,3 Bedrooms, bath, 2 garage,central air, basement. NearCherry Hill Village $925 +security dep. 734-656-5109

CANTON - 8 room home, 4bdrms, 2 baths, 2 car garage,finished bsmt, a/c, all appli-ances, $1695/mo. Mo pets.Avail Nov. 1st. 734-395-3696

CANTON Newer beautiful Ig. 4bdrm, granite counters, allappliances, garage, $1995/mo.Won't lastl 734-516-1107

COMMERCE TWP 3 bdrm, 2bath, garage. Appliances inclwasher/dryer. 3236 Edgemere.S950/mo. 248-360-5394

DEARBORN HEIGHTS, Rem-odeled 3 bdrm brick ranch,C/A, I car garage, dining rm,option, $750, 248-788-1823

DEARBORN HTS. S1050.M0.Great house and location'

3 bdrm, bsmt, garage, fenced,a/c, appliances. 313-570-3700

DEARBORN - Remodeled 3bdrm ranch, bsmt, garage,dining room, C/A. Option,$800. Call: 248-788-1823

DETROIT -2 Bedroom, base-ment, 6 Mile & Telegraph,16580 Woodbine, $600/mo.

248-476-6498

DETROITJoy and Evergreen. 3 bdrm,bsmt, $850/mo. Water incl.Plus sec. Call: (734) 216-1840

DETROIT- Telegraph/8 Mile, 2bdrm, new windows, doors,

'kitchen. Sec. 8 ok, $725 +dep.313-475-0597,313-838-4500

DETROIT/WAFiRENDALE3 bdrm, new kitchen, 1 1/2car garage, $875+dep. Section8 OK. Brian: 313-443-4855

FARMINGTON HILLS-4 bdrm,3 full bath, garage, finishedbsmti blue ribbon schools,$1800/mo. 248-535-2302

FERNDALE 3 bdrm ranch.Laundry rm., fridge,* stove,fenced yd. $800/mo., $1200sec. 248-828-9707 Sect 8 ok.

FOUR BDRM Z.5 BATH homeonly $325/mo! 3 bdrm 2.5bath home $250.mo! 1-4bdrm foreclosures buy from$10K! Payments from$199/mo! For Listings 800-366-0142 ext. T253

GARDEN CITY 3 bdrm, 2 bath,garage, full bsmt., fenced yd.,c/a, $1t00/mo/+ sec:

734-788-3034

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LIVONIA-1800 sq.ft.. 3 bdrm,2 bath, 2,5 car. $1400/mo. 1yr. min. lease. No pets. 33829Sleepy Hollow. 734-812-3677

LIVONIA 2 Bedrooms, bath.Immediate Occupancy.$995-: 313-350-6252

LIVONIA3 bdrm., 1 bath, bsmt., use ofpool. $1100/Mo. + security.

248-761-9161

LIVONIA3 Bedrooms, bath, 2 garage.No pets! Immediate Occu-pancy!.$1250. 810-360-6035

LIVONIA - 4 bdrm, 2 bath, 1acre wooded, new floors/paint,attached garage incl. mother-in law suite. $1200/ mo. orrenttoown. 734-612-0491

LIVONIA - Lease or lease w/option. Private ranch, com-pletely remodeled. 3 bdrm, 2bath, full bsmt 2 car attached.$1495/mo. Cal: 248-909-5010

LIVONIANewly remodeled 3 bdrm., allappliances, A/C, screenedporch, fenced yard. $875 Mo.Open House Sunday, 8/2S 12-4 18186 Lathers.

734-266-2263

LIVONIA (NW) Brick ranch, 3bdrm, 2 bath, garage, finishedbsmt, C/A. Near Rec. Center.$1225. 248-347-7684

NORTHVILLE 3 bedrooms,2 bath, in-ground pool, allappliances, 2 car garage,A/C, Immediate occupancy.$950/mo. 248-926-6600

NOVI. 3 BR., 2 1/2 bath,remodeled 2004, finishedbsmt., $1,500 248-894-6328

NOVI Nice 3 br., 2 bath ranch,2 car attached, appliances,family room w/fireplace,fenced corner lot. Great loca-tion! $119D/mo 248-875-6639

OAK PARK - Cute 2 bdrmranch, utility room,Immediateoccupancy, option to buyavail. $550. 248-788-1823

OAK PARK-NORTH 4 bdrm,2.5 baths, furnished? BerkleySchools, swimming pool.$1300/mo, 248-544-8765

PLYMOUTH 3 bdrm, 1550 sq.ft, 1.5 bath, family room, 2.5car garage. Allen Elementary,$1195/mo. (734)453-8375

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PLYMOUTH5 bdrm, 3.5 bath, built 2004w/ 3 car garage, finishedwalk-out bsmt & Ig. backyd.Exc. subdivision! Must see!$2,500/mo. 734-634-5300 .

PLYMOUTH (near downtown)4 bdrm, 2 bath, 2 car garage.Lease w/option or lease$140O/mo. 734-812-7677

PLYMOUTH New 2004, 4bdrm, custom \brick colonial,2.5 bath, oak floors, stainlesssteei appliances, ingroundpool, 3 car. $2500/mo. D & HProperties 248-888-9133.

PLYMOUTH Too cute in thecountry! 3 bdrm, 2 full bath,family rm., new carpet/paint,fenced 2-acre yd., Pets ok.Plymouth/Canton Schools.$1500/mo. 734-459-3037

REDFORD 25006 Midland,5/Beech. 2 bdrm, sharp; sec 8zero deposit. $775.

248-739-1180

REDFORD 3 bdrm, 1 bathranch. Fenced yd., 2 cardetached garage, $925/mo.Avail. Sept. 1.734-751-2098

REDFORD 3 Bedroom bunga-low, 2 car garage, double lotfenced, Sec. 8 OK,month. 313-820-9711

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REDFORD Beautiful Home3 Bedroom, C/A, NEWkitchen, turnace & MORE.Rent w/option to buy. Mustsee. $860 248-430-4848

ROMULUS - 3 bdrm, 1.5 bathtri level, garage, A/C,'no pets,stove and fridge, near schools.

$11O0/mo. (248) 347-0779

ROYAL OAK 14/Woodward,3332 Hunter. Sale/Lease. Willfinance 100%. 3 bdrm, 2 bathbungalow. 248-895-9256

ROYAL OAK 3 bdrm, 1 bath,fenced yard, 1 car garage,washer, dryer, c/a, $945/mo.Call: 248-693-8737

SOUTHRELD - 4 bdrm, 2 1/2bath, colonial, finished bsmt,fenced yard, 21/2 car garage,$2000/mo. 248-796-2385

SYLVAN LAKE-4 bdrm, 2 bath,new appliances, meticulouslykept, close to park & beach.$1300/mo. 248-705-0829

TROY-N.-Remodeled 3 bdrmfinished bsmt, granite countertops, 2 full baths, no pets,$175O/mo. 248-828-7331

TROY RANCHNewjy vinyl-sided 3 bdrm, Ig.lot, in quiet neighborhood, 11/2 bath, C/A, Ig. combinationliving room/family room, fire-place, garage, kitchen appli-ances, $1250/mo. Discountfor multi-year. 248-540-2663,248-259-4080

WAYNE 2 bdrm home-S& 4 bdrm home$1150, Pets ok. (734) 612-7708 or (734) 722- 8943

WAYNE 3 bdrm. brick ranch. 2car garage, refrigerator & gasstove. $875 Mo, + $1,200 sec.

734-502-8809

WEST BLOOMFIELO HOMEFurnished, 2 bdrm, lakefront,Avail Sept-June, $900/mo.260-615-1532,248-417-7700

WESTLAND-3 bdrm 1.5 bathranch, 2 car garage, C/A,appliances, fenced yard.$1150/mo. 313-350-0935

WESTLAND 3 M m duplex.Venoy/ Palmer. Newer win-dows, kitchen, carpet. Fencedyd. $650. (248) 344-2822

WESTLAND Ann Arcor Trail &Merriman Rd., Beautiful 3bdrm ranch, 2 bath, patio,

$1,000/mo. 313-995-8134

WESTLAND Clean 2 bdrm, c/a,all appliances, util. rm., shed,Ig. lot. Near Joy/Middlebelt.$700/mo. 313-820-2255

WESTLAND Livonia schools,3 bdrm, 1.5 bath, bsmt.,garage. Credit check req.,$1250/mo + sec. dep. H20included, (734) [email protected]

WOODHAVEN - 3 M m brickranch, finished bsmt, 2 baths,C/A, 2 car garage, option,

248-788-1823

FARMINGTON HILLS 1 & 2bdrm. $75/wk. & up. Appli-ances. Seniors welcome. Nopets. Dep. req. 734-462-4074or 734-591-0146

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CANTON2400 sq.ft. & tots of ameni-ties. Room w/access to house,$425/mo. 734-262-5500

FARMINGTON HILLS- Colonialhouse on creek. Utilities &garage incl. $450/mo. + secdep. 248-477-9736

INKSTER Nice neighborhood.Share Christian based home,full acpess to kitchen.$400/mo. (734) 635-5711

MORTHVILLE- Share 3 bdrm,2 1/2 bath condo w/2 collegestudents. $500/mo.+ dep.,incl. utilities. 734-693-5197

YPSILANTI Near Rawsqn-vi!le/l-94 Clean, quiet executivehome on 9 acres. Master ste,util incl. $350 734-658-8823

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CANTON - Near I-275. Non-smoking & non-drinkingmale. Quiet, $295/mo.New. No lease. 734-394-1557

NORTHVILLE or PLYMOUTHDowntown. 1st week with fulldeposit. Furnished sleepingrooms. Newly decorated. $85weekly, Security deposit.734-355-6453, 248-305-9944

REDFORD- Clean, neat quiethome, has room for self-respecting male. $100/wk. $85one-time fee. 313-534-0109

REDFORD ROOM FOR RENTFurnished upper bungalow.No pets, avail. Oct 1st.

$400/mo. 313-300-9452

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LIVONIA 30425 Pickford, S.side 7 Mile & PurMngbrook. 2bdrm,1 bath. Near school,$850/mo. 248-474-7916

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FURNITURE Dining roomtable, China Cabinet, & buffet.14 ft entertainment centerw/drk.wood, fabric creamcouch, 1 high back fabricchair, 1 high baci leatherreclining chair, TV & 12 ft.Christmas tree. 248-437-1166

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OAK CHINA cabinet 54 x 18 x72, table w/2 leaves 66", 4chairs-$950.1960s end tables,Stereos, tv. 865-964-5982

SOFA BEDQueen size, nice condition.Flora! pattern. $200.

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SOFA/LOVESEATin Microfiber. New in crate.Full warranty. Can deliver.$495. 734-326-2744

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FRIDGE- GE Profile side byside, GE Profile washer/dryer,electric, outdoor table withChairs. Call: (248) 504-9926

WASHER/DRYER MaytagPerforma, gas dryer, oversizecapacity, 5 yrs. old. Exc.Cond. $350. 734-578-8996

HOT TUB - 2007 - Brand NewStiii in packaging. With war-ranty. Must sell I Can deliver.

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BUTCHER BLOCK SHELVESVarious sizes, great for stu-dent dorms $3-6 and utilitytable, 18x40 $20. Metal endtables, 40 x40, Neoclassicdesign w/glass tops, $25/ea.(313) 724-0395

BIKES FOR SALEBoys Rand Turbo Cycle- $25;Girls Bike- Like New! $50;Mongoose 7-Speed ExcellentCondition! $75.734-422-1489

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GRAND PIANO-PETROF6' 4", glossy black w/ match-ing duet bench, like new. MustSee! $18,000,248-240-2645

LUDWIG PERCUSSION BELLKIT Great shape, perfect for 5th grade percussion student.$275. ($400 new atstore).(248) 489-0792

ORGAN - LOWREY Doublekeyboard, 32 rhythm styles,exc. cond. Asking $4000. 10free lessons. (734) 722-3233

SH0PSM1TH - Mark V, incl.table .saw, lathe, drill press,disc sander, horizontal boringmachine, plus band saw.$1500/best. 734-455-6839

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KITTEN yellow tabby or "gin-ger" cat. Friendly. Littertrained, neutered male, has allshots, 8 months, going to bebig & beautiful. 248-854-1248

BEAGLE PUPSRed & White. All shots. $250each. Ready to go!

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BEAGLE PUPS REG., shots,wormed, guaranteed dewclaws. 6 wks-7mos. From$250. (734)771-0087

CHIHUAHUA PUPPIES AKC,Litter and CKC Litter. $400& Up. 248-529-3581

DACHSUNDS, MINIATUREAKC, 1 Male left, shots &dewormed, $500. Leave mes-sage. **SOLD*"

French Bulldog Stud, AKC &UKC, 21/2, Brindle, championbloodlines, Lg. litters, $1500.517-647-7747/517-526-3875

GERMAN SHEPHERD PUPSAKC, 4 males/1 female, 1stshots. Very social mother onsite. $450. 248.755.1816

NORWICH PUPPIESTwo males left (one red &one black & red). Mustsee! 313-882^6992

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FOUND Medium-size cat, graywith splashes of beige, tabbyface. Bi-Centenniai Park area.Livonia. . 248-476-5057

LOST-CATArea of Ridgewood Hills.Neutered male. Blue/gray,long hair. Call: 734-453-3151

LOST CAT Dark brown, lightbrown, tan coloring. Hair ismBdlum to long In length.Neutered male, fluffy tail &mane. May appear timid but isfriendly. May be; wandering.Lost in Canton / Westland area.Please call: 734-223-0569

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Boats/Motors

ALUMINUM BOAT12 ft. with trailer, oars, sparetire. Na leaks. $500. Evenings:

734-525-9608

KAYAK FOR SALE

$750 includes accessories.Wilderness Systems CapeHorn 15 Magic Racing.Waterproof storage. Fool ped-als operate rudder. Used onlya few times. EXCELLENT con-dition I

[email protected]

WAR EAGLE 1998Model 2372, 23', 92" beam,'97 Mercury 60 BigfootMotor, Avery Quick-setWaterfowl Blind, MinnkotaMaxx Trolling Motor,Hummingbird, 2 Swivelseats, custom canvas cover.'98 Trailmaster TandemCustom Trailer. $12,000.248-477-9622

Boat/Vehicle Storage

HARSAM STORAGE SPECIAL!RVs, Boats, Cars, etc,

13301 Inkster EW. at I-96313-345-5880

jUlotorcyles/Minibikes/ /Go-Karts . " N

KAWASAK11985VOYAGER

1300cc, full drass cruiser, excrunning cond., $2300.

734-397-0278

Off Road Vehicles

Bombardier 4x4 Quad 200485 miles, Utility type, $3500.Paddle Boat $300.

248-318-1168

Campers/MotorHomes/Trailers

TERRY LITE 1999 Travel Trailer25', extras, hitch assembly.Must sell, Just reduced734-673-8465

TO BE SOLD AT AUCTION

Four Winds 31' Chateaumotor home. Details at;

www.rjmauctions.com

RUSTED AFARI'll restore your old car. Autobody rebuilding, panels, fabri-cation, painting, pin striping,old & new. Reasonable rates,

Call Hank. (313] 291-3075

' SCRAP BATTERIES We Buy Scrap Batteries

$5,00 Automotive,$7.00 Lt. Com.,

$11.00 Heavy com.Quantities of 25 or more.

We will pick up.Michigan Battery Equip.

23660 Industrial Park DriveFarmington, Hills.1-800-356-9151

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A8S0LUTE GUARANTEEDAUTO FINANCING

Good credit or bad-we canhelp. All makes & models.

Call Rob Adair,Pre-owned finance

consultant 'SATURN OFPLYMOUTH

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WE WANT YOUR CAR!ANY CONDITION. TOP $$$$,(Free Towing) (248) 335-7480or (248) 939-6123

Junk Cars Wanted

ALL AUTOS TOP $S

Junked* Wrecked«RunningE & M 248-474-4425 •

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Trucks for Sale

CHEVY 250B 1997- 83+kmiles, Gooseneck, bumperpull, tortneau cover, white,ext. cab., short bed, Excellent.$7500/best. 248-641-9535

CHEVY AVALANCHE 2004,black, power moon, 36K,$20,995.

Bob Jeannotte Pontlac(734) 453-2500

CHEVY COLORADO LS 2004

Crew cab, 2WD, dark blue,

40K one owner, $15,490.

SATURN of PLYMOUTH(734) 453-7890

CHEVY S10 2000, doe-skin tan, medium gray,4 cylinder 5 speed, only

$4,995.Lou LaRiche Chevrolet• 888-372-9836

FORD F-15Q 2007 4X4SUPERCAB.

AMERICA'S BEST SELLINGTRUCK FOR 30 YEARS

RUNNING!SIGN & DRIVE

• $297 PER MONTH.SEE OUR FULL PAGE

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BILL BROWN FORD734-421-7000

FORD F1SQ 2004 Extendedcab, $15,998.

AVIS FORD(248) 355-7515

FORD F350 2005 SuparcabLariat FX4. Diesel, priced tosell at $33,250.

JACK DEMMERFord 734-721-2600

FORD F350 Super cab Dually1997 Auto. P-Windows, P-locks, P-seat, Trailer Tow, Am-Fm Cass. XLT Trim, Alum.Wheels, Cruise,Tilt, RunsGreat, Looks Great, May tradefor a Motor home. $6495

243-318-116S

FORD RANGER 1994STX, 4x4, 71,000 miles, 1owner, clean. $4,000

734-748-2433

FORD RANGER 2004 Regcab, work ready, auto, air,$8,840. Stk P20185

NORTH BROTHERS FORD(734) 524-1264

FORD RANGER 2004 SuperCab Edge 2x4, red, 39K, oneowner, $13,790.

SATURN of PLYMOUTH(734) 453-7890

GMC 3/4 TON PICKUP 2002,Extended cab, black, leather,$18,995. .

Bob Jeannotle Pontiac(734) 453-2500

We always find the beststuff in the Observer &Eccentric!

GMC SIERRA 1999 Extendedcab, auto, air, bungundy,$7,995.

Bob Jeannotte Pontiac(734) 453-2500

GMC SIERRA 2006 Extendedcab long box, 8K, only$19,795/

Bob Jeannotte Pontiac(734) 453-2500

GMC SIERRA Z71 2003Extended cab, black-£16,395.

Bob Jeannoite Pontiac(734) 453-2500

Mini-Vans

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CHEVY ASTRO 2002Conversion Van,

Summer ready! $8,995.Lou LaRiche Chevrolet

888-372-9836

CHEVY VENTURE LT 2004,blue, video, captains., alloys,low miles, GM Certified,$12,995.

(734)721-1144

CHRYSLER TOWN & COUN-TRY 2004 Touring, 3.8engine, loaded, $12,888.

Fox HillsChrysler-Jeep(734) 455-8740

CHRYSLER TOWN &COUNTRY 2005, black, 46K,leather, stop & go, loaded,extra clean, $17,700.SATURN of PLYMOUTH

(734) 453-7890DODGE GRAND CARAVAN2G02 Sport, burgundy, $6,995.

Bob Jeannotte Ponttac(734) 453-2500

DODGE GRAND CARAVAN2006, "Stow & go", only 22K,$17,495.

Bill Brown Ford(734) 522-0030

FORD WIND STAR 1998, 7passenger, air, much more,only $2,995.

Fox HillsChrysler-Jeep(734) 455-8740

FORD WINDSTAR 2003, 48K,super clean, $8,995.

Bill Brown Ford(734) 522-0030

HANDICAP VANS BOUGHT &SOLD. Call Dale anyday,I come to you. 517-230-8865

HONDAODYSSEY'S

2002, 2000& 1999

Starting as low as $4800TYME (734) 455-5566

tymeauto.com

MERCURY MONTEREY 2004,CD, air. $11,995. 4 Tigertickets w/every purchase.

Ask for Bryan O'NeilNorth Bros. Linc-MBrc

(248) 283-6377

PONTIAC MONTANA 2001,one owner, silver, $5,995.

Bob Jeannotte Pontiac(734) 453-2500

FORD E150 2005 Passengervan, 3 rows of seats, superclean, low miles, $11,995.

Bill Brown Ford(734) 522-0030

FORD E150 CHATEAU CLUBWAGON 2005, 7 passenger,leather, loaded, low mlies,priced to sell, $19,900.

JACK DEMMERFord 734-721-2600

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FORD E150 CLUB WAGON2003 Traveler, loaded, 4 captchairs, leather, ent. system,32K, like new, $13,991.

JACK DEMMERFord 734-721-2600

FORD E2S0 CARGO VAN2007, 101 MILES, V-8, auto,duraliner, pw/pl, bulkhead,$23,999.

JACK DEMMERFord 734-721-2600

FORO E250 CARGO VAN2007, V-8','auto, air, pw/pl,bulkhead, duraliner, 34MILES! $23,999

JACK DEMMERFord 734-721-2600

CHEVY SILVERADO 2005 Ext4x4, silver, 26K, liner, stepbars, GM Certified, $23,895.

(734) 721-1144

FORD EXPEDITION XLT 19994x4, sharp! Loaded, fullpower, only $8,950.

JOHN ROGIN BUICK734-525-0900

FORD F-250 LARIAT 2006,diesei, 4x4, $38,998.

AVIS FORD(248)355-7515

FORD F150 2002 King Ranch4x4, must see! Clean, $14,995.

Bill Brown Ford(734) 522-0030

FORD F150 2005 Extended4x4, bright red, low miles,Tonneau cover, alloy wheels,special, $17,988.

JlzdJfoluan-(734)721-1144

FORD f150 CREW CAB XLT2004 4x4, charcoal, $21,995.

Bill Brown Ford(734) 522-0030

FORD F150 LARIAT 2003,white 4x4, $12,995.

Bob Jeannotte Pontiac(734) 453-2500

FORD F250 SUPERCAB 20054x4, dlesel, 24K, priced tosell, $31,999.

JACK DEMMERFord 734-721-2600

GMC CANYON 2005 Extendedcab 4x4, silver, $16,995.

Bob Jeannotte Pontiac(734) 453-2508

GMC CANYON SLE 2004 4x4crew cab, alloy wheels, auto,loaded, $13,950.

JOHN ROGJN BUICK734-525-0900

GMC SIERRA* CREW SLT2003 4x4, full power, leather,alloys, sale price, $19,895.

(734)731-1144

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TOYOTA TUNDRA SRS 2002Access cab, V-8, 4x4, glasscap liner, TRD pack, $16,995.

(734|721-1144

Sports Utility

BUICK RENDEZVOUS 2005,,3rd seat, 1 tone gray, $15,495.

Bob Jeannotte Ponttac(734) 453-2500

BUICK RENDEZVOUS CXI2006, only 11,000 miles.Leather, loaded, 3rd seat,$22,950.

JOHN'ROGIN BUICK .734-525-0900

CHEVY BLAZER 2001 2dr., metaljic red, $5,995.Lou LaRiche Chevrolet

888-372-9836

CHEVY BLAZER LS 2003 2dr., sunroof, power optfons, 6disc CD, alloys, .only $8,995.

(734)721-1144

CHEVY EQUINOX SPORT LT

2005, AWD, white, 29K oneowner, $15,860.

SATURN of PLYMOUTH(734)453-7890

CKEVY SUBURBAN LT 1997,

4x4, leather, only $7,995.

Bob Jeannotte Pontiac(734) 453-2500

CHEVYTAHOE 2002 4x4, must

see, clean, great buy! $14,495

Bill Brown Ford(734) 522-0030

CHEVY TAHOE LT 2006, Sil-ver, Z71, DVD, 3rd seat, Bose,sunroof, low low miles, GMCertified, $30,995.

(734)721-1144

CHEVY TRAIL BLAZER LS2006, 4x4, only 6300 miles,fully loaded, sharp!! $20,950

JOHN ROGIN BUICK734-525-0900

FORD EDGE SE 2007, 100miles, full warranty! $25,998

AVIS FORD(248) 355-7515

FORD ESCAPE 2004 4x4, whata-value, $10,995. 8T9028A

NORTH BROTHERS FORD(734)524-1264

FORD ESCAPE XLT 2005 4x4,26K- one owner, black, likenew, $17,550.

SATURN of PLYMOUTH(734) 453-7890

FORD EXCURSION LIMITED2002 4x4, diesei, $21,998.

AVIS FORD(248] 355-7515

FORD EXPEDITION- 2002Eddie Bauer, garage kept,loaded, grill guard, moonroof, 3rd row seat, 40k miles.$13,9OO/oest. 248-477-9622

FORD EXPEDITION EDDIEBAUER 2004 4x4, $22,495.

Bill Brown Ford(734) 522-0030

FORD EXPEDITION XLT 1999,4x4, leather, $10,998.

AVIS FORD(248) 355-7515

FORD EXPEDITION XLT 20044x4, loaded, $19,950. Stk#P2Q235

NORTH BROTHERS FORD(734) 524-1264

FORD EXPEDITION XLT 2004Sport pkg 4x4, loaded, 29K,$21,395.

JACK DEMMERFord 734-721-2600

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FORD EXPLORER 2005 SportTrac, adrenalin, $19,998.

AVIS FORD(248) 355-7515

FORO EXPLORER 2005, tigerblue, low miles. 4 Tigertickets w/every purchase.

Ask for Bryan O'NeilNorth Bros, Line-Merc

(248) 283-6377

FORD EXPLORER 2007BRAND NEW SUV

S!GN & DRIVE$301 PER MONTH.

SEE OUR FULL PAGEAD IN TODAY'S PAPER

BELL BROWN FORD734-421-7000

FORD EXPLORER LIMITED1999 4x4, leather, Sow miles,$8,995.

Bill Brown Ford(734) 522-0030

FORD EXPLORERLIMITED 2002

Leather, Moon,immaculate, 1 -

owner, a-title. $1100 belowblack book, $79 down.

TYME (734) 455-5566tymeauto.com

FORD EXPLORER SPORT

TRAC 2005 4x4, Silver, 32K,

extra sharp, $18,290.

SATURN of PLYMOUTH(734)453-7890

FORD EXPLORER XLT 20024x4, only 50K, red & ready,$11,495.

Bill Brown Ford(734) 522-0030

FORD FREESTYLE 2005,AWD, leather, limited, 18K,$19,995.

Bill Brown Ford(734) 522-0030

GMC DENAL! 2003.bungundy, loaded; $18,995'

Bob Jeannotte Pontiac(734) 453-2500

GMC ENVOY SLT 2003,

moon, white, $11,995.

Bob Jeannotte Pontiac(734) 453-2500

GMC YUKON SLT 2002 4x4,black, sunroof, leather, 3rdseat& more, only $17,495.

(734) 721-1144

HONDA CRV EX 2004 AWD,23K one owner, like new,$18,740

SATURN of PLYMOUTH(734) 453-7890

HUMMER H3 2006, leather,

moon, only 13K one owner

miles, army green, $26,840.

SATURN of PLYMOUTH(734) 453-7890

LEXUS RX 330 2004, AWD,black, leather, power moon,$26,995.

Bob Jeannotte Pontiac(734)453-2500

LINCOLN AVIATOR -4x4,loaded, 6 CD, leather, $21,433.

Ask for Bryan O'NeilNorth Bros. Line-Merc

(248) 283-6377

LINCOLN NAVIGATOR 2003,DVD, 4x4, all power, $26,877.

Ask for Bryan O'NeilNorth Bros. Line-Merc

(248) 283-6377

LINCOLN NAVIGATOR 2006Ultimate Edition, Nav, Ent,$37,998.

AVIS FORD(248) 355-7515

MERCURY MOUNTAINEER1997, auto, air, loaded,Sharp!! $4,950'

JOHN ROGIN BUICK734-525-0900

MERCURY MOUNTAINEER2005 AWD, loaded, clean.$19,333. 4 Tiger ticketsw/every purchase.

Ask for Bryan O'NeilNorth Bros. Line-Merc

(248) 283-6377

MERCURY MOUNTAINEERPREMIER 2005, AWD, 34K,every option except Nav., 3rdrow, one owner, extra clean,$18,790

SATURN of PLYMOUTH(734) 453-7890

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Wayne County's .Best Selection!SUV's, Trucks,

Mini VansFord Certified .

Vehicles

ESCAPE XLT 2005 4x4,loaded, $15,920FORD F150 XLT 2004 4x2,certified, $15,935. StkP2Q208EXPLORER 2005 4x4, air,auto, $14,900RANGER SUPER CAB2004, 4X4, FX4, $16,900F-150 SUPER CAB 2005,4x4, $21,900EXPLORER XLT 2003 4x4,auto, air, loaded, $13,960

FORD F1S0 2005 Supercab4x4 XLT, 3.9%, $20,900.FORO FREESTAR LIMITED2004, has everything.Certified. $14,950. Stk#P20241TAURUS SE 2001, fullpower, $6,980. Stk7C8478AGMC 1500 2003, reg cab,great work truck, $8,940.Stk 7C9183A

North Brothers

734-524-1264SUBARU OUTBACK 2003,AWD, $15,998.

AVIS FORD(248} 355-7515

TOYOTA 4RUNNERSR5 2004,4WD, V-6, gray/gray, $18,499.

Serra Toyota Scion1-888-306-7156

TOYOTA 4RUNNER SR5 2006Sport, auto, 4WD, $27,998.

AVIS FORD(248) 355-7515

TOYOTA RAV4 2005, 4WD, Lpkg., silver, extra" clean, fuelsaver, $17,890.

SATURN of PLYMOUTH(734)453-7890

TOYOTA RAV4L 2005, 17K,AWD, gray/gray, $22,735.

Serra Toyota Scion1-888-306-7156

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VOLVO 2002 Cross CountryV20XL, AWD, $15,998.

AVIS FORD(248) 355-7515

BMW 740H 2001, gray,loaded, sharp! Only $16,995,

Bob Jeannotte Pontiac(734) 453-2500

INFIN1TIG35 20Q3 4 Dr.. 3,000miles. Exc Cond, PremiumPkg, red/black. By Owner.

$21,900,586-776-4120

MERCEDES BENZ SL 5001999, 2 dr. convertible, beige,$23,595.

Serra Toyota Scion1-888-306-7156

MERCEDES CLX320CABRIOLET 2001-

Silver w/black top. Low miles.$22,000. Must sell!

248-338-0852

MERCEDES S430 20004 dr., exc. cond., 84,000 mi.$23,000. 248-797-0402

Aniique/ClassicCollector Cars

FORD MUSTANG 1966Powder Blue 2 door, 200 ClEngine, auto trans. Newbrakes, good1 tires and batt$ry, no rust, 165,000 milesthird or fpurth owner,parked/stored the past 25winters. AM/ FM/ Cassettestereo. $5300.Beverly Hills, 248-417-8295

CENTURY 1997 4 dr.,burgundy, $3,995,

Bob Jeannotte Pontiac(734) 453-2500

GRAN SPORT 1996, leather,moonroof, fully loaded, sharp,$6,950.

JOHN ROGIN BUICK. 734-525-0900

LACROSSE CXL 2005, white,loaded, 29K, $15,995.

Bob Jeannotte Pontiac(734) 453-2500

PARK AVENUE 1996, leather,full power, fully loaded, only$2,950.

JOHN ROGIN BUICK734-525-0900

- PARK AVENUE 1997Exceptionally clean, originalfamily owned, first $2150takes. Call: (734) 756-7090

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2007 GMCENVOY4X4

2007BUIGKLACROSSEC X Stock #5282

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SALE PRICE $ 2 3 , 4 9 9 *

2007 PONTIAC TORRENT 2007 BUICK LUCERNE CXStock #5386

2007SIERRAEXT CABStock #3368

SALE PRICE $23 ,129* SALE PRICE $ 2 3 , 4 7 9 *

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PARK AVENUE 2001, tan,

leather, sharp, $5,995.

Bob Jeannotte Pontiac(734)453-2500

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REGAL LS 2002 4 dr., silver,

77K, extra clean, $6,880.

SATURN of PLYMOUTH(734)453-7890

RIViERA 1993 2 dr. coupe,pearl, $3,910.

Serra Toyota Scion1-888-306-7156

RIVIERA 1997, leather,loaded, sharp, a real collec-tors car. Save, only $7,950.

JOHN ROGIN BUICK734-525-0900

DEVILLE 2001

75,000 miles. Graphitegrey, fabric top, exc. cond,Pure luxury! $9,000.

248-661-0492

DEVILLE 2911, 79K, 4 dr.sedan, whits, $13,595.

Serra Toyota Scion1-888-306-7156

DTS 2004, moon root, naviga-tion, leather, fully loaded,sharp!! Only $18,950.

JOHN ROGIN BUICK734-525-0900

SRX 2005, ultra moonroof,navigation, entertainment,leather, diamond white,$22,950,

JOHN ROGIN BUICK734-525-0900

AVEO 2004 4 dr., greaton gas, only $7,995.

Lou LaRiGhe Chevrolet888-372-9836

CAVALIER 2004, 2 dr. coupe,yellow, $11,549.

Serra Toyota Scion1-888-306-7156

CAVALIER 2004, auto, air, CD,sharp!! Save, only $7,950.

JOHN ROGIN BUICK734-525-0900

CHEVY TRACKER 200040,000 miles, $4600.

Call: (248) 504-9926

1MPALA2007,Certified, Finance aslow as 2.9% APR,.

w/approved credit. 4 tochoose. Call for details.Lou LaRiche Chevrolet

888-372-9836

MALiBU 2008Auto, air. Likenew! Only

TYME (734) 455-5566tymeauto.com

MALIBU 20062 LT- $13,998. AViSFORO

(248) 355-7515

MALIBU LT 2007, black,21,700 miles, V-6, full power,5.9% 0-A.C, special, $15,588.

(734) 721,1.144

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MONTE CARLO 1997, leather,

moon, red, $3,995. •

Bob Jeannotte Pontiac(734) 453-2500

MONTE CARLO LT 2006, red,full power, CD, alloys, GMCertified, $15,895.

(734)721-1144

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BARRACUDA 1973 Plymouth,V8, excellent condition, 51,000miles, clear title, Exterior Red,Interior Black, 2 door, auto-matic. $4000. [email protected] or {320} 310-0729

CHRYSLER 300C 2006 Hsm..Nav, moon, AWD, black beau-ty, $27,588.

Chrysler-Jeep(734) 455-8740

CROSSFIRE COUPE 2005, 6

speed, 10,071 low one owner

miles! black, $15,700.

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By Dave MenardAvanti News Features

When was the last time you heard someone get excitedabout the prospect of buying a station wagon? For years, thestation wagon was the ultimate fuddy-duddy symbol ofAmerica; who could forget the wood-paneled wagons withthe third-row seat that faced out the back?

My family had one and it was decidedly un-hip (sorry,Dad). Families needing passenger and/or cargo room nowopt for SUVs. That's OK, but most SUVs can't give you theride and handling that a car can give you.

Now, though, the station wagon is back. Dodge has putsome style and muscle into the station wagon and the resultis the Magnum.

The Magnum comes in four versions: the SE rear wheeldrive, the SXT all-wheel drive, the R/T RWD and the R/TAWD. Our test car is the Magnum R/T RWD with theoptional Road/Track Performance Group, and it's what Iwould call a "muscle wagon."

You can see its muscle when you look at it. Similar to theCharger sedan, the Magnum features a long hood, a tough-looking grille and a wide stance. The R/T comes with foglamps, performance exhaust, liftgate floodlamps and l§-inchwheels.

Adding the optional Road/Track Performance Group($2950) will add 20-inch aluminum chrome-clad wheels andperformance tires (plus some other stuff well get to in a bit).A roof rack is optional, as is a sunroof. It's a good-lookingpackage. , '

The Magnum gets its performance muscle from thestandard 5.7-liter HEMIV8 engine, rated at 340 horsepowerand 390 lb-ft. of torque. That's plenty of power to get movingquickly and passing smoothly, and gas mileage is arespectable (for a V8) 17/25 mpg. •

The Magnum takes regular unleaded gas, althoughDodge recommends you use mid-grade (89 octane) instead.It's mated with a five-speed automatic Auto-Sticktransmission. It moves through the gears nicely when left onits own, but you can shift it yourself, if you like.

On the road, the Magnum R/T handles well and is fun todrive. The optional Road/Track Performance Group has a lotto do with that; it features a performance exhaust system andan upgraded steering and suspension system.

The suspension system is an independent SLA with highupper "A" arm, gas-charged shocks and stabilizer bar upfront and in the rear it's a five-link independent system withcoil springs, gas-charged shocks ind isolated suspensioncradle. The upgraded system adds self-leveling shocks and alink-type stabilizer bar. It gives you good road feedback •

Dodge has put some style and muscte into the Station Wagon and the results is the Magnum.

without a punishing ride, which is nice for long trips.The Magnum corners nicely and is easy to maneuver and

park with the power-assisted rack-and-pinion steering. TheElectronic Stability Program is standard.

Four-wheel anti-lock brakes with brake assist arestandard on the R/T and they work very well.

Inside, the Magnum gives you a performance-car feel. It'snicely laid out with everything within easy reach of the driver,and power-adjustable pedals are standard.

The Road/Track Performance Group Package gets youleather-trimmed seats with suede inserts and they'recomfortable and provide good support. The center consoleprovides a space for your cell phone. The Electronic Groupoption ($630) gets you an instrument panel display screen,vehicle information center, security alarm, steering wheelmounted audio controls and a garage door opener.

There's plenty of leg- and headroom in the Magnum, andthe power seats are easy to adjust. The advantage to buying awagon, as opposed to a sedan, becomes clear when you openthe liftgate. There's plenty of room for cargo and the 60/40split rear seats fold down to add even more cargo space. Arear cargo organizer is optional ($160).

The Magnum.R/T comes with a nice set of standardfeatures: Air-conditioning, power locks and windows, rearwindow defroster and rear window washer/wiper, cruisecontrol and keyless entry. The Road/Track PerformanceGroup adds dual-zone automatic air, heated seats andautomatic headlamps.

The standard audio system is an AM/FM/CD system withsix Boston Acoustics speakers and a 276-watt digitalamplifier. An integrated GPS navigation system ($1895) is

optional, as are a rear seat DVD entertainment system($1150) and a Bluetooth hands-free communications system($360). Sirius satellite radio with a one-year subscription isincluded with the Magnum R/T.

The Magnum R/T comes with an advanced multi-stageairbag system and a tire-pressure monitor; if you opt for theRoad/Track Performance Group you get the ProtectionGroup included. That will give you supplemental front andrear side curtain airbags and self-sealing tires. TheProtection Group costs $440 as a stand-alone option. Withthe optional towing package, the Magnum can tow up to3,800 pounds.

The 2007 Dodge Magnum R/T RWD starts at a little over$31,000: Add the Road/Track Performance Group, GPSnavigation system, rear cargo organizer, Bluetooth hands-free communication system and the Electronics ConvenienceGroup and you're at a little over $38,000. For that dough youget a station wagon that looks, drives and handles like amuscle car, but is practical enough for you to use as thefamily car.

Dad would be proud.Write Avanti NewsFeatures Senior Editor Daye Menard [email protected]. • •

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PRE-OWNED

PRICING!

95 CROWN VICTOBIA-$2,995 96 WINDSTAR-$3,99590 CR0WN VICTOR!A $4,995 00 BUMPABHAVE $4,995

00 FOCUS WAGON $4,495 02 FOCUS 4-O00R - $5M04 FOCUS 4-000R-$7,495 98F-150 SUPERCAB - $8,99502 EXPLORER 4-O00R- $8,995 03 MUSTANG CONVERTIBLE - $10,495

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ONLY AT Bill BROWN FORO USED!TWO LOCATIONS!

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Call 1-800-854-348132222 Plymouth Road. Livonia

www.billbrawnford.com

y p ^ f AH payments are for 36 months, include acquisition fee,exelude tax and license fees. 10,500milesperyear, Buy for price add tax, |on. Sui^eatoa^yjilky. AH rcltsffiesassgicd to dealer. Piemres may not reptesem actual vehicle. P^ments and Prices pwpr^ram in cSect at publication and are subject to change. Explorer and V150 include owner loyalty. All offers expire 9/4/2007. o